Australia Today’s Morning Agenda with Natarsha Belling

Also today, Covid booster vaccines brought forward as Omicron continue to spread across the country. The death toll passes 80, and hundreds are still missing after deadly tornadoes ripped through the US. And, a controversial end to the F1 season after a sensational race overnight.

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Tens of thousands of people set to spend Christmas in isolation as Covid cases soar in NSW. Bushfires continue to rage in WA, as wild weather again smashes Australia’s east coast. And, how good is Travis Head - Australia’s latest Ashes hero!

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Scientists around the world call for Booster vaccines to be brought forward after studies show two doses aren’t enough. A new Omicron sub-variant detected in Queensland, the first of its kind in the world. And, a major setback for workers fighting vaccine mandates.

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Sydney Harbour cruise is likely a Covid super-spreader event. Victorian ombudsman labels the state's tough border closures as “inhumane and unjust". And, how one woman made $10,000 by renting out her dress!

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Queensland premier announces border will reopen sooner than expected… Here’s what you need to know before you head to the Sunshine State! New South Wales schools shut down as teachers walk off the job. And, Perth loses the Ashes over WA’s hard borders.

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The Covid jab is set to be rolled out for kids aged 5-11 within weeks. The man accused of abducting Cleo Smith is set to face court again today. And, how a prickly intruder on the track threw the Bathurst 1000 into chaos. 

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A school reunion deemed a possible super spreader event. A senior Federal Minister steps aside after bombshell allegations. Bathurst is back! Find out who is the favourite to take out this weekend's big race. And, what a way to start your weekend! One lucky person has just woken up $80 million dollars richer.

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Another case of Omicron detected in Sydney, with Queensland and South Australia on Covid alert. Better than expected GDP figures show our economy is recovering well. And, why the first Ashes Test is in doubt.

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New South Wales records another case of the Omicron variant with a major shopping centre and grocery stores listed as possible exposure sites. Hundreds forced to evacuate with new flood warnings issued for major parts of New South Wales and Queensland. And, get ready for more financial pain! Find out why you could be about to pay more for insurance.

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ATAGI investigating if booster vaccines should be brought forward, while South Australia flags it may close its state borders. The WHO issues a concerning new wanting about the Covid variant. And, one of Australia’s greatest actors has passed away at the age of 68.

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