Qld records 10 deaths, 15,050 virus cases
Queensland has recorded another 10 COVID-19 deaths and 15,050 cases as the first international flight arrives after quarantine requirements were relaxed..
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Incentives for more students, backpackers
Visa application fees for backpackers and international students will be covered by the federal government in an attempt to address the workforce crisis.
Scrap international testing: Vic airport
Melbourne Airport has urged the Australian government to consider dumping pre-flight testing for some international travellers, in line with domestic settings.
Labor packs its bags for Queensland
Labor is hitting the hustings in Queensland as it tries to plot a path to government, with Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese touring target seats.
Farmers cash in on agritourism
Agritourism operators have had mixed fortunes thanks to COVID, while some operators are reporting a bump in visitor numbers this holiday season.
Tasmania reports four new cases, 14 active
Tasmania has recorded four new coronavirus infections, taking the total number of active cases since the island state reopened its borders to 14.