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The Update
The Update from Nova Podcasts brings you the latest Australian and world news: from politics to sport and entertainment headlines. Releasing 3 times a day. Listen to us in your smart speaker by asking for: Nova news flash briefing.
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Another Aussie Medal At The Winter Games
Jackie Narracott has claimed silver in the Skeleton event in Beijing- making it Australia's most successful Winter Olympics A blow for the Coalition in the New…
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Foreign Nationals Urged To Leave Ukraine
WA has recorded a second Covid death linked to community transmission The US believes Russia could invade Ukraine before the end of the Winter Olympics…
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Labor Accuses Coalition Of Game-Playing Over China Plot
Almost TEN Million Aussies Now Boosted As New Covid Vax Given Green Light Interest Rates Could Be On The Way Up Koalas Listed As Endangered And.. Potential…
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Definition Of Fully Vaccinated Changed In Australia
Our Foreign Minister to join US, Japan and India in top level talks in Melbourne Iconic Aussie landmarks turning green and gold to celebrate Olympians Prince…
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Defence Minister Points Finger At China Over Political Interference
Peter Dutton Hints CCP Has Chosen To Back Labor In The Federal Election Religious Discrimination Bill Shelved Sportsbet Slapped With Massive Fine Over Spam…
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Religious Discrimination Bill Passes Lower House
PM'S office denies involvement in move to silence Grace Tame ASIO says foreign spies are using dating apps to recruit Aussies TGA approves AstraZeneca as COVID…
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Explosive Claims By Former Australian Of The Year Grace Tame
Former Australian of the year, Grace Tame has made a bombshell allegation at the national press club. Former liberal staffer Britney Higgins, at the centre of…
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PM'S Religious Discrimination Bill Faces Early Opposition
Brittany Higgins and Grace Tame to address the National Press Club Searches for Aussie destinations spike ahead of border reopening Nicole Kidman nominated for…
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PM Leads Historic Apology For Parliament Abuse Victims
PM Scott Morrison has led an historic apology for parliament abuse victims -- paying tribute to Brittany Higgins and those who came before her. Ian Thorpe is…
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Aussie Businesses Welcome Border Reopening
Three million vials of Novavax have arrived here from Singapore Religious Discrimination Bill to be debated in federal parliament Will Smith to host new Nat…
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International Borders To Open In Two Weeks But With A Catch
Australia's international borders are opening back up from February 21 Around 17-hundred defence personnel will be used to support the aged care sector. And…
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Jakara Anthony Takes Gold At Winter Olympics
International tourists could soon be welcomed back to Australia Covid tests will become tax deducible The US is concerned Russia could invade Ukraine in the…
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International Tourism Set To Resume
International tourists could be back on our shores in a matter of weeks, with Cabinet's National Security Committee to meet tomorrow. The cruising industry…
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Beijing Winter Olympics Officially Opened
The Winter Olympics has officially been opened overnight in a dazzling, but freezing ceremony in Beijing. The New South Wales Premier says the latest texting…
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PM Stands By Governments Handling Of Aged Care
The PM is standing by his government's management of the aged care sector. Former TV presenter Andrew O'keefe is now also accused of drug possession. And it…
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ISIS Leader Killed In US Raid In Syria
The US President says a serious threat has been removed following the death of the ISIS leader Peter Dutton has thrown his support behind the PM in the wake of…
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A Federal Taskforce Into Aged Care Launched
States will be asked to provide more information to help determine why so many residents in aged care are dying. Parents are being encouraged to book their…
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Aussies Aged 16 & 17 Now Eligible For Covid Booster
The World Health Organisation has again warned us not to be complacent about Omicron US President Joe Biden is sending thousands of troops to Eastern Europe…
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PM Keen To Move On From Bombshell Text Exchange
The PM is adamant he's not going to be distracted by a text exchange describing him as a "horrible person" and "fraud". Grace Tame has broken her silence on…
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Tributes Flow For Music Industry Icon Glenn Wheatley Following His Death
Former NSW Premier reaffirms her support for PM, following release of text messages South East Queensland is mopping up after being battered by a supercell…
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Cash Boost For Aged Care Workers As Pandemic Drags On
RBA expected to leave rates on hold when it meets today A man's been charged with murder in Sydney's west Adam Reynold's named Broncos captain Rhianna confirms…
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More Aussies Eligible To Receive Booster Shot
There's a new push for us to get Booster-Shots - with another four million people now eligible. Proof of vaccination laws are now in effect across WA And Beer…
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A Record Breaking Win For Rafa
Rafael Nadal has been crowned the Australian Open men's champion, making history as the first male tennis player to win 21 Grand Slams. Thousands of school…
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Barty Brilliance At The Australian Open
Ash Barty has become the first Aussie to win the Australian Open in 44 years The New South Wales government to spend 1 billion dollars to help struggling…
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Pfizer Booster Shot Approved For Under 18s
Australia's drug regulator has approved the Pfizer booster shot for those aged 16 and 17 A clean up continues in Victoria after the state was hit by wild…
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Fresh Details From Fallen TV Star's Court Appearance
A sydney court has heard a woman had to bite former tv star Andrew O'keefe to break-free -- after she was allegedly punched and choked in his city apartment…
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Victoria Bracing For More Storms As Clean-Up Continues
More storms are forecast for Victoria, as the state deals with the clean-up from yesterday's wild weather New Omicron warning, as another variant emerges Ash…
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Third Vaccine Dose Not Compulsory - Yet
There will be no change in the vaccine definition for the time being -- despite a push for the third jab to be made compulsory. Former tv star Andrew O'keefe…
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Motorists Warned Petrol Price Pain Will Persist
Soaring petrol prices set to stick, amid Ukraine military tension Boris Johnson's leadership on the line, ahead of partygate report The Sydney Sixers cement…
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Dylan Alcott Named Australian Of The Year
Paralympian and tennis icon Dylan Alcott has been named Australian of the year France warns Russia not to invade Ukraine Ash Barty through to the Australian…
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Home-Owners Warned To Brace For Interest Rate Hikes
Inflation Surged By 1-point-3 Percent Over The December Quarter. H-M-A-S Adelaide Hit With Covid As It Prepares To Deliver Aid To Tonga 2021 Aus Of The Year…
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Aussies Told To Leave Ukraine As Tensions Rise
Australians are being told to leave Ukraine now, amid rising tensions. A landmark deal has been struck to finally "Free the Flag". Line-up concerns for the…
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Experts Confident Omicron Has Peaked In NSW And Victoria
Some Of States Hardest Hit By Covid May Be On Downward Trend Fears Rapid Antigen Test Shortage Will Continue For Weeks Cleo Smith Abductor Pleads Guilty And…
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Australia's Most Vulnerable Can Now Receive Free Rapid Antigen Tests
The country's most vulnerable people have access to free RAT's from today. Europe and the US impose further travel warnings on Australia. Nick Kyrgios and…
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Covid Restrictions Eased For Entering Australia
Travellers coming to Australia will no longer need evidence of a negative P-C-R swab - but instead return a negative Rapid Test 24 hours prior to departure…
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PM's Supply Chain Plea To World Leaders
The Prime Minister has put the call out to fellow leaders around the world to help protect supply chains from pandemic disruptions Cracking down on child…
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W-A Premier Defends Indefinite Border Closure
Premier McGowan Declares Eastern States Are Going Through A Catastrophe New South Wales Records Its Deadliest Day Of The Pandemic Serbia's Diplomatic Row With…
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WA's Plans To Reopen Border Scrapped
WA's plans to reopen next month have been scrapped... Premier Mark McGowan has postponed the state's February 5reopening indefinitely due to the risk of…
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P-M Says Re-Opening Schools For Term One Will Be A Priority
States And Territories Will Outline Their Own Reopening Plans In Coming Days Rollout Of New Covid Vaccine To Begin Next Month Novak Djokovic Considers Suing…
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Return To Classroom To Dominate National Cabinet Talks
The COVID-safe return to the classroom will dominate talks at today's National Cabinet meeting New South Wales and Victoria are expected to present a plan to…
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Covid Boosters Fast-Tracked In NSW And Victoria
Gap Between Second And Third Doses Reduced To 3mths Amid Omicron Outbreak ADF On The Way To Victoria To Drive Ambulances Detectives Look For More Clues After…
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Federal Government Enacts The Private Hospitals Agreement
The Federal Government has enacted the private hospitals agreement, as the country's public hospitals continue to feel the strain from COVID 100,000 health…
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Relief For Hospitals Under Pressure
Federal Government Re-activates Private Hospital Agreement Relief On The Way For Tonga The World's Top Billionaires Double Their Wealth Since Start of Pandemic…
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Novak Djokovic Arrives In Serbia After Being Deported
A heroes welcome for Novak Djokovic after touching down in Serbia He was greeted by supporters after arriving back home, in the wake of the visa saga Pressure…
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Fears Of Ongoing Eruptions In Tonga
Experts Warn More Tsunamis And Acid Rain Possible In Tonga Fifth Vaccine Approved For International Travellers Novak Djokovic Touches Down In Dubai And.. Kanye…
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Novak Djokovic Deported After Losing Visa Appeal
Novak Djokovic has jetted out of Australia, after losing his visa appeal. Pictures have emerged of the World Number One flanked by Border Force officials as he…
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Tonga Hit By Tsunami After Volcanic Eruption
Tonga has been hit by a tsunami after a huge underwater volcanic eruption triggered warnings across the south-western pacific including Australia. A full bench…
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Novak Djokovic Launches Appeal After Second Visa Cancellation
Novak Djokovic will remain in Australia while the Federal Court hears an appeal to his second visa cancellation. Public health officials are growing…
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Novak Djokovic Has Visa Cancelled For A Second Time
Immigration Minister Alex Hawke has announced he has invoked his discretionary power and has cancelled Novak Djokovic's Visa for a second time. Health advice…
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Prince Andrew Stripped Of Royal Titles
PRINCE ANDREW has been STRIPPED of military titles and royal patronages as a sexual abuse lawsuit moves forward in the US. NOVAK DJOKOVIC could find out this…
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More Workers Now Exempt From COVID Isolation Rules
More workers are now exempt from isolation rules if they are asymptomatic including transport, telecommunications, data, broadcasting and media, childcare and…
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Novak Djokovic's Future Likely To Be Known Today
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…
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Crisis Talks Held To Address Staff Shortages And Supply Chain Issues
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…
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Shortages Expected In Supermarkets Across The Country
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…
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Immigration Minister Still Considering Djokovic's Visa Case
Australia's Immigration Minister Alex Hawke has released a statement saying he is still considering whether to cancel novak Djokovic's visa. Medical experts…
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Novak Supporters Pepper Sprayed
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…
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Novak Djokovic Wins Court Battle 10/01/22
Novak Djokovic has won his court battle against the Federal government. Kids around the country have rolled up their sleeves to receive their Covid…
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Novak Djokovic Covid Court Twist
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…
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Another Tennis Player Detained in Visa Debacle
Czech tennis star Renata Voracova has joined Novak Djokovic in hotel detention, after being detained by Border Force officials. Federal Treasurer Josh…
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Novak's First Night In Hotel Quarantine
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…