US based Novavax said its COVID-19 vaccine is more than 93% effective against the predominant transmissible varients.

The clinical trial studied nearly 30,000 volunteers in the U.S and Mexico, with the biotech company claiming side effects are minimal.

A gas giant’s proposed plan to release coal seam gas wastewater during flooding events is sparking fears for two endangered turtle species that breathe through their bums.

A Santos Spokesperson said there would only be a limited release of water during flooding events, which would be monitored and would not harm the turtles or environment.

The Noosa Shire Council proposed a solution to its housing crisis, which allow ‘secondary dwellings’ to be built on existing properties.

The pilot scheme aimed to resolve the issue of granny flats being rented out to tenants, who are not members of the same ‘household’ being illegal.

Continuing our coverage of the state budget today, Queensland's debt levels were set to reach 130 billion by 2023-24 due to increased borrowings and a failure to raise revenue as a result of the pandemic.

State treasurer Cameron Dick pointed out that Queensland's total debt will still be lower than New South Wales and Victoria  by 2023-24.

New research showed parents are unsure about where to go to address their children’s mental health in a post-Covid world.

Tom Osbourne from Chology said in a survey of one thousand participants, parents said they were waiting for 6 to 18 months to see a professional.

Health Minister Greg Hunt announced a big change to the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.

Australia’s GP’s able to administer doses for people with disabilities and the eldery at their homes and residential facilities.

China denounced a joint statement by the Group of Seven leaders scolding Beijing over a range of issues, from human rights to Taiwan.

The G7 demanded a full and thorough investigation of the origins of the virus in China.

China’s embassy in London said looking at the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic should not be politicised

The state budget for Queensland is due to be handed down later today with Queensland Treasurer Cameron Dick indicating overall lower debts and deficits and a greater focus on infrastructure spending than the pre-covid-19 pandemic.