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Coronavirus (COVID-19)Latest on worldwide spread of coronavirus

The latest global developments on the coronavirus.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19)300M US vax shots since Biden took office

Joe Biden has credited scientists, companies and the American people as his administration has given out 300 million COVID-19 vaccines.

Darlene Superville

Coronavirus (COVID-19)PA cancels near-expired Israeli jabs deal

The Palestinian Authority health minister says a deal to receive coronavirus vaccines from Israel has been cancelled because of confusion over the expiry date.

Ali Sawafta and Rami Ayyub

Coronavirus (COVID-19)Dutch ditch most mask rules as cases dip

The Netherlands is lifting nearly all of its curbs starting June 26, with the rule on keeping 1.5 metres' distance remaining as the central directive.

Bart Meijer and Toby Sterling

Make your choiceCommentsPremiumVaccine procrastinators can’t hold off forever

In the near future, every person will get to make that stark choice between vaccination and rolling the dice with the virus and its ever-mutating strains. Here’s why John Flint is among the former.

John Flint

John FlintAssistant Editor

Coronavirus (COVID-19)Delta variant to be globally dominant: WHO

The WHO's chief scientist says the Delta coronavirus variant is becoming the globally dominant variant of the disease.

John Miller

Coronavirus (COVID-19)EU, AstraZeneca both claim court row win

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says a court ruling supports the EU's view that AstraZeneca failed to meet its commitments.

Ella Joyner

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Perth Airport open to hosting COVID quarantine centre

Perth Airport has told the State Government it is open to discussing possible locations on its estate for a purpose-built quarantine centre.

Peter Law

HealthPremiumProposed quarantine hub ‘would increase Covid risk’

Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt says calls for a Toowoomba quarantine facility are “in defiance” of a review into quarantine, as national cabinet convenes an emergency meeting to deal with the latest blow to the vaccine rollout.

Matthew Killoran, Jessica Marszalek, Hayden Johnson

growth at riskPremiumWA badly lagging in skills shortage fight

The head of WA’s peak body for business has warned that despite massive investment in training to combat skills shortages, the efforts of government and corporates are falling short.

Kate Purnell

Coronavirus (COVID-19)Israel to send Palestine 1m vaccine doses

One million doses of soon-to-expire Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines will be sent to the Palestinian Authority, in an agreement announced by Israel's new government.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19)Countries weigh mixing COVID-19 vaccines

Supply delays and safety concerns have led a growing number of countries to look at switching to different COVID-19 vaccines for second doses or booster shots.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19)Latest snapshot of the coronavirus impact

The latest snapshot of COVID-19 cases, measures and impacts in Australia at 1800 AEST on Friday, June 18, 2021.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19)S.Korea to mix-and-match COVID-19 vaccines

South Korea is to offer a second shot of the Pfizer vaccine to more than 750,000 frontline workers who have already received a first dose of AstraZeneca.

Sangmi Cha

E Street banVideoAstraZeneca-vaccinated fans can't see Springsteen show

The policy has wider implications and has sparked concerns for those vaccinated with a non FDA-approved vaccine.

Stephanie McKenna

Coronavirus (COVID-19)Latest on worldwide spread of coronavirus

The latest developments on the global spread of the coronavirus.

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The fight continuesCommentsPremiumOutgoing AMA boss ‘won’t ease up’ over WA health crisis

The coronavirus pandemic has made Andrew Miller a household name and the departing head of WA’s doctors union has no plans to retreat from the spotlight.

Josh Zimmerman

PolicePremiumVictorian Covid pair cop hefty fines after hospital release

Police have issued an infringement notice to a couple who tested positive to Covid-19 after lying on their border pass to enter from Victoria.

Shiloh Payne

Second doseCommentsPremiumOver 50s urged to get second AZ jab despite changes

The Government is expecting a hit to daily vaccination numbers in the wake of a sudden change in advice to AstraZeneca yesterday.

Sarah Ison

Coronavirus (COVID-19)PremiumQueensland shuts border to NSW hotspot

Queensland will shut the border to a Sydney Covid-19 danger zone from 1am on Saturday.

Domanii Cameron, Jessica Marszalek

Coronavirus (COVID-19)WA aged care workers reject forced jabs

Western Australia's nursing union has released survey findings warning against the enforcement of mandatory coronavirus vaccinations for aged care workers.

Michael Ramsey

Coronavirus (COVID-19)New Zealand PM Ardern vaccinated

Four months after Australian prime minister Scott Morrison had his first dose of COVID-19 vaccine, New Zealand's leader Jacinda Ardern has done the same.

Ben McKay

QLD NewsPremiumWhat to expect when ‘Covid-safe’ Ekka returns

After being cancelled in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Brisbane’s Ekka is returning with a bang this year, but there will be a number of key differences in a bid to keep it Covid-safe. Here’s what you can expect.

Jill Poulsen

Coronavirus (COVID-19)PremiumPremier again quizzed on choice of Covid-19 jab

Annastacia Palaszczuk has refused to reveal whether she raised concerns about AstraZeneca for over-50s in national cabinet, and whether that influenced her decision to have a different vaccine.

Jessica Marszalek, State Political Editor