Australia is seeking more information from New Zealand health authorities before restarting quarantine-free travel after two fresh coronavirus infections.
The NSW premier says she hopes the imminent easing of coronavirus-prompted restrictions on gatherings and rules around mask usage will help the state's businesses plan for a smoother 2021.
Answering growing frustration over vaccine shortages, President Joe Biden has announced the US is surging deliveries to hard-pressed states over the next three weeks and expects to provide enough doses to vaccinate 300 million Americans by the end of summer or early autumn.
Australian of the Year Grace Tame is feeling humbled and empowered as she prepares to help educate the nation on child sexual assault in a bid to stamp it out.