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US Votes 2020
View full resultsAustralians could be vaccinated by March; Melbourne Central and Airport named as exposure sites
Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt has described when and how a successful vaccine could come to Australia.
- by Marissa Calligeros
'We'll be in the dog house for years': Former spy boss says MPs inflaming China relations
Former spy chief Dennis Richardson has warned bitter domestic politics is inflaming the nation's deteriorating relationship with Beijing.
- by Rob Harris and Anthony Galloway
Opinion
US election
Hey Joe, once you settle in, we need to talk about China
After President-elect Joe Biden extinguishes all the domestic fires lit by his predecessor, his focus should quickly shift to the relentless rise of China.
- by Chris Uhlmann
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Coronavirus pandemic
A dozen doughnuts: Zero cases could open the border with Queensland - with no quarantine
Queensland's Chief Health Officer said she was hopeful Victorians would be able to travel to the state in time for Christmas, and without having to quarantine on arrival.
- by Kate Lahey and Paul Sakkal
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Indigenous leaders back NSW Premier's call to change one word in the national anthem
Gladys Berejiklian wants the first line to say "one and free" instead of "young and free".
- by Josh Dye
Trump's new 'Save America' fund could bankroll a 2024 campaign
Trump told advisers, sometimes joking and other times not, that he might run again in 2024 if he lost. Now he's started a fund.
- by Maggie Haberman and Shane Goldmatcher
The husband-and-wife team behind the leading vaccine to solve COVID-19
Two years ago, Dr Ugur Sahin made a bold prediction at a conference. His words proved prophetic.
- by David Gelles
Opinion
Investing
Sell Europe, buy Asia: Why Australia could win post-pandemic
The uncertain path to containing COVID along with a fresh surge of cases overseas is making Australia a more attractive place to invest.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
Trades flood in with Saad, Aliir, Cockatoo and Fogarty on the move
Adam Saad will leave Essendon for Carlton while Geelong's Nakia Cockatoo goes to Brisbane.
- by Claire Siracusa
US ELECTION 2020
Trump's name spotted in Boris Johnson's Biden congratulations
Keen-eyed political observers noticed an unusual feature in a tweet from British PM Boris Johnson congratulating US President-elect Joe Biden.
Analysis
What's in it for them? China and Russia stay silent on US election
"They have the most to gain in terms of the US continuing to be distracted and continuing its own turmoil."
- by Eryk Bagshaw
Local
Andrews government vows $235m to fund hundreds of 'recovery workforce' jobs
The government says the funding will support 500 jobs and 875 internships and training pathways in areas such as mental health and child protection.
- by Paul Sakkal
Keeper of Shrine's light vows to keep 'bending the beam'
For 45 years, Frank Johnston and his team have ensured a sunbeam shines on a Shrine monument at 11am on November 11.
- by Carolyn Webb
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Crime
'Least worst option' as sex assault survivors win right to speak out about crimes
Survivors of rape and sexual assault will be able to publicly identify themselves after an emotional night in Parliament.
- by Noel Towell
Residents rally against 'unacceptable' plan for heritage brickworks
The building in Melbourne's inner-north will be partially demolished and redeveloped after falling into disrepair owing to what residents have described as neglect.
- by Rachel Eddie
Free kindergarten, more after-school care on the way
The $170 million package is designed to boost women's participation in the workforce and early education attendance.
- by Madeleine Heffernan
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coronavirus crisis
DHHS told Cedar Meats staff to go back to work with COVID tests pending
The western suburbs abattoir, site of a large outbreak during Victoria's first wave of COVID-19, says the former health minister gave incorrect evidence to a parliamentary inquiry.
- by Paul Sakkal and Noel Towell
'Huge step forward': COVID wards disband
At the peak of Melbourne's second wave, more than 670 people were in hospital with coronavirus. Now, it's two.
- by Aisha Dow
Politics
Fitzgibbon 'out of step' with community on climate: Dreyfus
Mark Dreyfus says his former shadow cabinet colleague Joel Fitzgibbon is out of touch with ALP members and voters when it comes to climate change.
- by Rob Harris
Business
'Slumlord': US Marines sue Lendlease over cockroach-infested homes
US Marines living in Lendlease's portfolio of military housing in North Carolina say they live in cockroach and mould infested homes while paying full rent.
- by Sarah Danckert
World
Delete all: Macron demands terror messages be wiped within an hour
French President Emmanuel Macron has condemned the misuse of Europe's asylum system by those bent on crime or terrorism.
- by Henry Samuel
Bolsonaro calls halt of Brazil's Chinese vaccine trial a victory
- by Eduardo Simões and Roxanne Liu
Opinion
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Australia's evolving culture of remembrance
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US pandemic carnage failed to infect Trump's vote
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Property bydomain
Thinking of a tree change? There are a few things to know first
Many regional centres are welcoming the influx of remote workers, but it's worth finding out a little about the local climate and customs before you move.
- by Melissa Heagney
Tina Arena lists stylish home in exclusive Toorak with $7m price guide
Potential buyers will be in chains for this grand home and its charming north-facing outdoor living area with pool, in a leafy neighbourhood close to everything.
- by Elizabeth Redman
Life & Culture
Packed and ready to go: Meet Australia's new 'road schoolers'
After COVID-19 isolation left people hungry for adventure, put all international tourism on pause and introduced families to remote learning, a new wave of 'road schoolers' is here.
- by Sophie Aubrey
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Sport
AFL trade period live: Trades roll in with Saad, Cockatoo, Aliir and Fogarty on the move
Join us for live coverage of day six of trade period.
- by Claire Siracusa
Windies barred from training in New Zealand after COVID-19 breaches
The West Indies have had their training privileges revoked after several team members breached COVID-19 biosecurity protocols in their Christchurch isolation facility.
McDonald granted exemption to ride while in home quarantine
Sydney's premier jockey James McDonald has been given a government exemption to ride at Newcastle this Saturday, as well as two meetings next weekend while he remains in home isolation.
- by Damien Ractliffe
Forget recent form, Woods expects to contend at US Masters
Tiger Woods expects to contend at the Masters this week and for years to come, the defending champion said as he warned not to make too much of his recent mediocre form.
Kohli's early exit sets scene for 'fiery' first Test
The man who presided over Australia's last success over India, Darren Lehmann is expecting a turbo-charged first Test that will take on extra importance given Virat Kohli's personal situation.
- by Andrew Wu
FA chairman Clarke quits after 'coloured footballers' remark
Greg Clarke has resigned as English Football Association chairman hours after referring to "coloured footballers" during questions from members of parliament
- by Martyn Herman
Iannone laments extension of doping ban to four years
Italian MotoGP rider Andrea Iannone's doping ban has been extended to four years, the Court of Arbitration for Sport said, in a decision Iannone said made "no logical sense".
Have Your Say
Trade podcast: 'From a hypothetical to a very real prospect'
Jake Niall and Peter Ryan discuss the latest in trade news, including Adam Treloar's medical with the Western Bulldogs.
