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FIVEAA News Briefing
FIVEAA news flash briefing brings you the latest Australian and World news, from politics to sport and entertainment headlines.
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FIVEAA News BriefingRain Battering New South Wales
Sydney residents are being told to be on high alert with a severe weather warning in place Shipments of the Pfizer vaccine meant for South Australia has been…
FIVEAA News BriefingP-M Insists Australia On Target For Covid Vaccinations
The PM insists Australia is on target to have Covid jabs available to everyone by the end of October. WA could lose a federal seat as part of proposed changes…
FIVEAA News BriefingStorms And Flooding Threaten Australia's East Coast
Major rainfall and storms continue to thrash 1200km of the country's east coast. European Medicines Agency wraps-up AstraZeneca investigation. Submissions for…
FIVEAA News BriefingUnemployment Rate Drops As More People Find Work
Australia's unemployment has fallen below six-percent -- but the P-M admits there is still a way to go. Health officials claim the Covid vaccine booking system…
FIVEAA News BriefingEurope Threatens To Block Exports Of Covid-19 Vaccines
Europe is considering a potential hold on vaccine exports due to growing cases. Ireland defends it's decision to put the AstraZeneca vaccine on-hold. TWO men…
FIVEAA News BriefingThree Young Melbourne Men Arrested In Terrorism Sting
A teenager and two men have been arrested in Melbourne as part of a counter terrorism sting Europe under pressure to deliver doses of the Astra Zeneca vaccine…
FIVEAA News BriefingPrince Phillip Leaves Hospital
Prince Phillip has been discharged from a London hospital after undergoing heart surgery. Prince Harry says he has spoken to his dad and brother since the…
FIVEAA News BriefingAstraZeneca Vaccine Roll-Out To Continue As Planned
AstraZeneca vaccine roll-out will continue as planned despite some European countries pausing the program. Australia is helping Papua New Guinea deal with a…
FIVEAA News BriefingMore European Countries Suspend The AstraZeneca Vaccine
Italy, Germany and France put AstraZeneca rollout on-hold after reports of blood clots. Marise Payne has responded after she did not attend the Women's March…
FIVEAA News BriefingWomen Were The Big Winners At The Grammys
The ex-liberal staffer at center of rape allegations in parliament addresses demonstrators in Canberra Christian Porter will return to work at the end of the…
FIVEAA News BriefingThousands Of Women Will 'March 4 Justice' Today
Women's marches will be held across the country today in the wake of rape allegations in Federal Parliament. NSW has recorded it's first Covid-19 case in 55…
FIVEAA News BriefingVictorian Premier out of intensive care
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has been moved out of ICU as he recovers from a nasty fall that left him with a fractured vertebra and broken ribs. Health…
FIVEAA News BriefingA Brisbane Hospital Goes Into Lockdown
The PM has held discussions with India, Japan and the US about post pandemic recovery efforts A Brisbane hospital is in lockdown after a doctor tested positive…
FIVEAA News BriefingVaccine Rollout Behind Schedule
Labor says the federal government must admit the vaccine rollout is behind schedule. NSW police will examine new information which could lead to the case…
FIVEAA News BriefingPrince William Responds To Meghan And Harry Interview
Prince William has made a first response after the Prince Harry and Meghan Markle interview. More destinations have been added to the Government's half-price…
FIVEAA News BriefingMixed Reactions To Governments Tourism Package
Labor believes the federal government's tourism package is more about getting re-elected - than giving the sector a boost Aussie banks are applauding an…
FIVEAA News BriefingGovernment To Offer Half-Price Domestic Airfares
The Government will introduce a new $1.2 billion package for airfares to be slashed to encourage more domestic travel. Piers Morgan speaks out after quitting…
FIVEAA News BriefingCriticism Around Pace Of Covid Vaccine Rollout
The pace of the rollout of the Covid vaccine is being criticised The PM will hold his first official-talks with new U-S president Joe Biden this weekend. There…
FIVEAA News BriefingThe Queen Releases Statement After Meghan And Harry Interview
A statement from Buckingham Palace says that the claims made by Harry and Meghan are "concerning". Piers Morgan has quit Good Morning Britain after his…
FIVEAA News BriefingVictorian Premier In Intensive Care After Fall
PM Scott Morrison has sent a message of support to the Victorian Premier -- who is in hospital after a fall. Federal government is expected to get more doses…
FIVEAA News BriefingPrince Harry Tells Oprah Which Royals Didn't Make Racist Comments
Oprah Winfrey says that Prince Harry told her The Queen and Prince Phillip didn't make racist comments. Julie Bishop calls out the Prime Minister for not…
FIVEAA News BriefingAll The Details From Meghan And Harry's Tell All With Oprah
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's chat with Oprah has finally aired in the us The federal government will announce extra support for struggling industries…
FIVEAA News BriefingPension And Social Security Payments Given A Boost
An EIGHT dollar a fortnight hike for Welfare Payments is just days away The Tourism Sector launches a fresh appeal for Government Assistance And.. The Queen's…
FIVEAA News BriefingMardi Gras At The Sydney Cricket Ground
For the first time in almost 45-years, there was no Mardi Gras parade down Sydney's Oxford Street. Instead, thousands filled the SCG to celebrate. New…
FIVEAA News BriefingEurope Urged To Overturn Aussie Vaccine Ban
The Federal government is calling for the European Commission to review the ban on the export of AstraZeneca vaccines to Australia. The Duke of Edinburgh has…
FIVEAA News BriefingThe Defense Minister Apologises Over Lying Cow Comment
The PM says Defence Minister Linda Reynolds retains his confidence. Australia's sex discrimination commissioner will lead a review into workplace culture at…
FIVEAA News BriefingThe E-U Blocks Vaccine Shipment To Australia
The European Union has supported Italy's move to block a shipment of AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccines to Australia. Brittany Higgins prepares to take legal action…
FIVEAA News BriefingPM Faces Growing Calls For Inquiry Into Rape Allegations
Calls for an inquiry into the rape allegations against Christian Porter the Defence Minister isn't denying reports she referred to an alleged rape victim and a…
FIVEAA News BriefingDefence Minister Called Rape Victim A "Lying Cow"
Defence Minister Linda Reynolds has not denied that she called rape victim Brittany Higgins a "Lying Cow". There are still calls for an inquiry into 33-year…
FIVEAA News BriefingAG Christian Porter Denies Rape Allegations
Attorney-general Christian Porter has identified himself as the cabinet minister accused of raping a teenager in the 1980s -- and says "it's not true" The…
FIVEAA News BriefingAustralian Border Ban Extended Until June
The Federal Government has decided to extend the border ban, leaving 40,000 Aussies stranded overseas. The man at the center of a Parliamentary rape allegation…
FIVEAA News BriefingGovernment MP Calls For Inquiry Into Rape Allegations
Barnaby Joyce has broken ranks with the government calling for an independent inquiry into the historical rape allegations levelled at a sitting MP New South…
FIVEAA News BriefingAged Care Sector To Face A Major Overhaul
Major changes will be made after a Royal Commission into Australia's Aged Care Sector. Prince Phillip has been transferred to a different hospital for further…
FIVEAA News BriefingRape Allegations Levelled At Cabinet Minister Denied
Allegations of a historical rape by a cabinet minister have been categorically denied by the accused The final report from the aged care royal commission has…
FIVEAA News BriefingFederal Labor MP Accused Of Rape
A Labor MP has now been accused of rape via an email sent to Liberal Senator Sarah Henderson. Report from Royal Commission into Aged Care due t be made public…
FIVEAA News BriefingAuckland into a week-long Covid-19 lockdown.
A mystery coronavirus case has forced Auckland into a week-long lockdown. New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says its an unfortunate, but necessary step…
FIVEAA News BriefingCovid Restrictions Eased In Victoria
Victorians are enjoying their first day of relaxed Covid restrictions Federal Police have been notified of a letter sent to Scott Morrison detailing an alleged…
FIVEAA News BriefingMore Hiccups With Vaccine Rollout
The PM insists Australia's vaccine rollout is going to plan-- despite several hitches. Mask rules eased and caps on social gatherings relaxed -as Victoria…
FIVEAA News BriefingFacebook News Blackout Is Over
Australian news content will return to Facebook from today. Conversations continue over changing the culture and sexual assault reporting in Parliament House…
FIVEAA News BriefingCEO Dumped Over Vaccine Bungle
The CEO of healthcare Australia has been stood aside The Federal Police Commissioner has written to the PM warning MP's must report criminal activity in a…
FIVEAA News BriefingNew Zealand Covid-19 Outbreak Prompts Border Restrictions
Victoria and Queensland have imposed new border restrictions on arrivals from New Zealand after new Covid-19 cases reported in Auckland. Those receiving the…
FIVEAA News BriefingEmbarrassment For The Government Over Vaccination Overdose
Revelations the Queensland doctor at the centre of a vaccine bungle had not trained for administering the Covid jab The liberal staffer at the centre of rape…
FIVEAA News BriefingFormal Liberal Staffer To Make Formal Complaint About Rape Allegation
Formal Liberal Staffer, Brittany Higgins to lodge formal rape allegation complaint with the AFP today. Facebook begins bringing back Australian news and media…
FIVEAA News BriefingFacebook Re-friends Australian Government
News is coming back to Facebook within days after deal is reached Jobseeker gets an increase The coalition loses majority in Parliament with Craig Kelly…
FIVEAA News BriefingGovernment Set To Announce JobSeeker Increase
Cabinet has discussed changes to the JobSeeker allowance, with an announcement due to be made today. Crown director steps down after announcement of Royal…
FIVEAA News BriefingAustralians Roll Up Their Sleeves For The Covid-19 Vaccine
States and territories roll out Covid-19 vaccinations. Australia's proposed Media Bargaining Laws to be debated. New Zealand marks 10 years since the…
FIVEAA News BriefingCovid-19 Vaccine Rollout Begins
The rollout of the Covid-19 vaccine has begun across Australia today. Novak Djokovic has claimed the Australian Open Final. A third woman has come forward with…
FIVEAA News BriefingThe Trans Tasman Travel Bubble Re-instated
New Zealanders can now travel to Australia without having to quarantine, however restrictions apply for those that have visited Auckland recently Final…
FIVEAA News BriefingHospital Hubs Gearing Up For Vaccine Rollout
Hospital Hubs across the country along with 240 nursing homes - will on Monday rollout the first wave of the Covid vaccine for essential frontline health…
FIVEAA News BriefingScott Morrison To Get Pfizer Vaccine In First Phase
The PM assures Australians the Covid-19 vaccines are safe ahead of the national roll-out next week. The ATO warns of an increase in scams. NASA lands it's…
FIVEAA News BriefingScott Morrison To Call On World Leaders For Support Against Facebook
Prime Minister Scott Morrison will take the rift with Facebook to world leaders at the next G7 Summit. Government called to create a national definition for…
FIVEAA News BriefingThe Australian Government Stands Firm Against Facebook
The Federal Government says "Facebook was wrong" to ban Australian news content. More Australians find work. Preparations for the national Covid-19 vaccine…
FIVEAA News BriefingFacebook To Restrict Australian News Content
Facebook will restrict Australian users and organisations from sharing and viewing news content. Melbourne returns to normal with the end of a 5-day lockdown…
FIVEAA News BriefingLockdown Over For Victoria
Victorians to be released from lockdown at midnight. The states announce Covid-19 vaccine roll-out plans. Growing calls for an independent inquiry into Perth's…
FIVEAA News BriefingVictoria's Lockdown Due To End Tonight
Victoria's 5-day lockdown is due to end at midnight, depending on today's case numbers. People won't get to choose which Covid-19 jab they receive. The music…
FIVEAA News BriefingA Second Covid-19 Vaccine Approved For Use In Australia
"AstraZeneca is cleared for lift off" - Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt Victoria awaits a decision on the end of lockdown. A formal review into workplace…
FIVEAA News BriefingBusiness Tycoons Push For Remote Quarantine Camps
Two leading businessmen have held talks with the Federal Government over remote quarantine camps in Victoria and Queensland. NSW residents can now travel to WA…
FIVEAA News BriefingThe Pfizer Vaccine Has Landed In Australia
Australia's first doses of the coronavirus vaccine have arrived on our shores WA is easing its border restrictions for new south wales from midnight. The PM…
FIVEAA News BriefingAustralia Suspends Travel Bubble With New Zealand
Australia has suspended a 'Trans-Tasman' travel bubble with New Zealand after new Covid-19 cases in Auckland. Day 3 of Victoria's lockdown continues. Donald…
FIVEAA News BriefingAnother Possible Covid Australian Open Crisis
A player at the Australian Open, who left Australia during the week has tested positive to Coronavirus Closing arguments in Donald Trump's second impeachment…