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More workers are now exempt from isolation rules if they are asymptomatic including transport, telecommunications, data, broadcasting and media, childcare and education.

Novak Djokovic has been included in the Australian Open draw despite uncertainty surrounding his visa status.

An urgent recall has been issued for Huggies Thick Baby Wipes.

In sport, Scott Boland will undergo another fitness test tomorrow ahead of the final Ashes test in Hobart.

And in entertainment, Jamie Lynn Spears insists she played no part in Britney's 13-year conservatorship.

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There's growing pressure on the Immigration Minister to make a decision on the Novak Djokovic visa matter today.

Prince Andrew's sexual assault case is heading to trial in the US and the Queen's second son may have to testify.

Aussies Nicole Kidman - Cate Blanchette and Sarah Snook have scored Screen Actors Guild Award nominations.

And Australia's Ashes side has had its first look at the Blundstone Arena pitch in Hobart.

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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 knowing he was COVID-positive.

In sport, Aussie Jordan Thompson bows out of the Sydney Tennis Classic.

And in entertainment, British TV star Simon Cowell secretly pops the question to his girlfriend of 13-years.

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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 Scorchers over the Melbourne Stars.

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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, Bernard Tomic has failed to qualify for the Australian Open.

And in entertainment, Betty White's death certificate reveals the TV icon's cause of death.

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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.

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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 from the Sydney Tennis Classic.

And in entertainment, three Aussies have won Golden Globe Awards.

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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 politicians with the South Australian Premier Steven Marshall announcing he’s in isolation.

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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.

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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'

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