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Australia buys 25 million Moderna vaccine doses, negotiates onshore manufacturing
Moderna has struck an agreement with the Morrison government to supply 10 million doses this year and 15 million booster shots in 2022.
- by Bevan Shields
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The latest illustrations from artist Cathy Wilcox
The latest work by Sydney Morning Herald editorial cartoonist Cathy Wilcox.
Best of cartoons, May 13, 2021
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Boosting mental health workforce is key with budget funding just the start
Tuesday’s budget had a $2.3 billion investment in mental health, but experts want to see more focus on the workforce.
- by Rachel Clun and Nick Bonyhady
Best of cartoons, May 12, 2021
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Inquiry into PM’s office about Higgins’ rape claim resumes
Prime Minister Scott Morrison confirmed on Wednesday night that an inquiry into who in his office knew what about Brittany Higgins’ rape allegations has resumed.
- by Latika Bourke
Albanese’s pitch to build the businesses and jobs of tomorrow
Anthony Albanese will position himself as a leader for the future by promising a Labor government would tap into the energy and ideas of young Australians to accelerate the creation of new businesses and jobs.
- by Rob Harris
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Coronavirus pandemic
Step out of the COVID bunker: Scientists say Australians should embrace more risk
Leading scientists say Australians should embrace a different approach to risk from the coronavirus as millions of people sign up for vaccines.
- by David Crowe