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The PM has warned Australia faces a massive challenge in keeping things moving, as Omicron cases continue to surge across the country. Western Australia has taken the extraordinary step of shutting itself off from the rest of the country just weeks before it's borders are due to open. Novak Djokovic is copping a tsunami of backlash after admitting he took part in an in-person interview, despite kn...

Supermarkets are implementing buying limits to deal with supply chain issues that are now extending to everything from cars to fast food. The SERBIAN Prime Minister has weighed in on NOVAK DJOKOVIC's visa drama. After a three year absence, there'll be a HOST in charge of this year's Academy Awards. While in the Big Bash, wins to the Sydney Sixers over the Melbourne Renegades and the Perth Scorcher...

Australia's Immigration Minister Alex Hawke has released a statement saying he is still considering whether to cancel novak Djokovic's visa. Medical experts say it won't be business as usual when schools go back and are warning principals and parents - COVID outbreaks are inevitable. US surgeons have successfully implanted a heart from a genetically modified pig - in a 57-year-old man. In sport, B...

Victoria Police were forced to use capsicum spray on supporters of Novak Djokovic who blocked a busy city street last night. Children aged 5 to 11 have been rolling up their sleeves to receive their Covid vaccinations.  Authorities in New York are investigating a possible maintenance issue with a door that failed to close during a fire in a BRONX apartment building.   See omnystudio.com/...

Novak Djokovic has won his court battle against the Federal government. Kids around the country have rolled up their sleeves to receive their Covid vaccinations as 5 to 11-year-old's become eligible for the jab. Major surpermarkets are considering rationing more products as staff shortages impact operations. In sport, disappointment for Sydney tennis fans - as world number one Ash Barty withdraws...

Novak Djokovic claims he was told by Australia’s immigration department before he landed in Melbourne that he was eligible for a vaccine exemption, as he'd only just recovered from COVID. From tomorrow, workers who test positive to COVID-19 via a rapid antigen test can apply for a federal pandemic leave disaster payments. Covid continues to spread among the ranks of Australia’s politic...

Czech tennis star Renata Voracova has joined Novak Djokovic in hotel detention, after being detained by Border Force officials. Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has been forced to isolate with his family after testing positive for Covid-19. Ash Barty will face Iga Swiatek in the semi finals of the Adelaide International.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Novak Djokovic will remain in Australia until at least Monday - when his Federal court hearing into his Visa cancellation will be held 2021 was the 19th warmest year in Australia  England trail by 403 runs at the Sydney Ashes test Nathan Buckley collapses in the jungle on 'I'm a celebrity, get me out of here' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A visa mixup at Melbourne Airport has stalled Novak Djokovic's entry to Australia A PCR test no longer needed if you test positive for Covid-19 on a rapid antigen test Rain delays mar the first day of the Sydney Ashes test Archibald-winning Australian artist CRAIG RUDDY has died of Covid complications  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Novak Djokovic will defend his Australian Open title after gaining a medical exemption for the Covid vaccination The PM to propose changes for Rapid Antigen testing kits at National Cabinet The cricket Ashes series continues in Sydney  A judge throws out a lawsuit against rock band Nirvana See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A further 3.7 million people are now eligible for the booster shot with the gap between 2nd and 3rd doses reduced Australia suffering a lack of Rapid Antigen Test kits The world's oldest person turns 119 David Bowie's estate sells the late singer's catalogue See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM Scott Morrison is monitoring for Covid symptoms after a positive case attended Kirribilli house in Sydney Queenslanders must now wear masks in most indoor settings Australians accrue millions of days of annual leave Adele snaps up Rambo's mansion   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subdued New Years Eve celebrations across Australia Price rises kick in from today for services such as toll roads and passports Legendary actress Betty White has passed away aged 99 The ATP cup begins in Sydney See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been an alarming spike in covid case numbers across New South Wales - Despite high case numbers, New Year's eve preparations are in full swing. Parts of southeast Australia are expected to swelter, as people prepare to ring in the New Year. French oyster farmers have been emptying shells and placing notes inside, in a bid to catch thieves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Sweeping new rules will change the way we respond to positive covid cases. A one-year-old South Australian baby girl has died after contracting Covid-19. A step towards justice - that’s how one of Ghislaine Maxwell’s victims has described her guilty verdict. New South Wales and Queensland are forging ahead with New Year's Eve celebrations, despite soaring Covid infections. See omnystud...

The Prime Minister says Australia will move to a single definition of what defines a Covid-19 close contact. states are desperately trying to secure more rapid antigen tests to help ease pressure on P-C-R testing capabilities. Police have taken a man into custody in relation to the sexual assault of a child in Perth's East. A new study has found children are being bombarded by ads for alcohol, jun...

Black Jack has taken out the line honours in this year's Sydney to Hobart yacht race. Hospitality sector representatives in New South Wales and Queensland are calling for close contact rules to be relaxed. WA Police are hunting for the person who sexually assaulted a young girl in her home in Perth's north-east. A 33 year old woman has been arrested over an alcohol fuelled crash in Vicotira's Morn...

Victoria's testing crisis could be alleviated with a shift to rapid antigen testing. NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard has slammed Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk’s decision to hold off on removing “tourism testing” requirements. An explosion at a suburban shopping strip in Canberra on Monday night has destroyed several stores and sent a man to hospital. A man has been ar...

Officials are warning of the dangers of waterways after two tragic drownings - including a 3 year old boy in NSW  A whopping 21 billion dollars is tipped to be spent on post Christmas sales in Australia Covid infections continue to surge around the country The Boxing Day test and the Sydney to Hobart yacht race See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The wait between a third covid shot and the booster will be reduced from 5 to 3 months early next year Christmas travel plans in disarray after a Covid staff shortage at Melbourne and Sydney airports England flag changes to its side for the Boxing Day test  A fourth woman comes forward accusing Chris Noth of sexual assault See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria, New South Wales, and Western Australia reintroduce mask mandates. Rapid Antigen Tests go on sale in South Australia. The first batch of Pfizer's vaccines for kids has touched down in Sydney. In sport, former World number 1 and five-time Australian Open runner-up Andy Murray will return to Melbourne Park next month. And in entertainment, Ed Sheeran's "Shape of You" has become the first so...

As Covid infections surge both New South Wales and Victoria have re-introduced compulsory mask wearing Two million Australians have received the Covid booster shot The first of the six children killed in Tasmania's jumping castle tragedy has been laid to rest The N-B-L game between the Illawarra Hawks and South East Melbourne Phoenix has been postponed - due to a Covid scare   See omnystudio....

At-home COVID-19 tests could soon be delivered to NSW homes free of charge. The police investigation into a COVID-positive teenager who partied at an Adelaide nightclub instead of isolating at home has intensified. The Victorian government is expected to confirm today if there will be any changes to mask-wearing. In sport, a crowd of 70-thousand is expected at the MCG for day one of the Boxing Day...

Third Booster Shot To Stay At 5-Months After The 2nd Despite Case Surge Just One Omicron Patient In ICU Aussies Urged To Brush Up On Their Consumer Rights Ahead Of Xmas And.. Novak Djokovic Still Yet To Reveal His Vaccination Status Ahead Of  Aus Open See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pressure is mounting on state and territory governments to bring back COVID restrictions, to control the spread of the OMICRON variant. Health authorities in South Australia have confirmed the Adelaide Oval is a casual exposure site following the second Ashes test. Millionaire Andrew 'Twiggy' Forrest is taking legal action against Facebook. In sport, Australia could be without Josh Hazelwood for t...