Covid testing for Chinese travellers introduced after hesitation
After initial hesitation, the Australian Government will introduce pre-departure testing for COVID-19 for people travelling to Australia from China.
New safety laws for delivery riders
SafeWork NSW are reminding food delivery riders to adhere to the new safety laws that came into effect at the beginning of the year.
Guyra Lamb and Potato Festival set to be best yet with new facilities
After two cancellations due to to the pandemic, the Guyra Lamb and Potato Festival, Jan 11 to 23, is set to be the best yet. Stalls available!
Looking for love? Today’s a good day to start
If you're looking for love in 2023, apparently today is the day to log on to internet dating sites, with January 1 traditionally the day most people sign up.
Cheaper prescription costs today for millions, but not those who need it most
The maximum cost of a PBS covered prescription will drop today for most people, but for those with a concession card their medication cost is increasing from $6.80 to $7.30 per script.
Voluntary-assisted dying now available in Queensland
Terminally ill Queenslanders are now able to ask for medically-assisted death after the state's voluntary-assisted dying scheme came into effect at midnight.
2022 a record year for Australian Red Cross
The Australian Red Cross had its busiest year on record in 2022.
New Years Eve celebrations planned across the New England
Looking to head out for New Year's Eve? Here's what's on in the New England.
Calls for national gun register renewed after Wieambilla Siege
National Cabinet will consider a national gun register and other reforms at their first meeting of 2023 following the Wieambilla Siege tragedy.
Covid 19 spike expected while government mulls reintroducing restrictions
The Australian Government is making no change to travel restrictions yet, as a post holiday spike in Covid-19 cases is widely expected across the country.