The new Covid strain that's emerged in South Africa has been declared a variant of concern.

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Omicron may have increased risk of re-infection but it's not yet clear if it causes more severe illness, or how effective our vaccines will be against it

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The variant first emerged in Southern Africa but cases have been detected in Hong Kong and Belgium

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The new COVID variant Australia is keeping an eye on - tap to find out

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We have also heard from vice-captain Steve Smith. 

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While his deputy has also been revealed.  

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Lunchtime Update | Australia addresses international concerns about new Covid variant; And PM hints date of Federal Election

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He recently stood down as test captain

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Plus - murder charges laid over missing Victorian campers

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Police searching bushland for bodies of Victorian campers following murder charge

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