International vaccination passports are arriving in Australia
Australians will begin using an international vaccine passport from October as a way to prove their vaccination status overseas and on their return to the country.
The country’s Prime Minister Scott Morrison today outlined that home quarantine will be key to reopening international borders.
Scott Morrison is also asking state and territory leaders about how they plan to integrate vaccination certificates into existing check-in apps, such as ‘Services Victoria’ – and plans to request state’s timelines on introducing home quarantine.
Under the nation’s reopening plan, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has suggested overseas travel will resume when states reach the 80 per cent vaccination threshold
Currently, around 40 per cent of the population in Australia aged over 16 is fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
All travellers coming to Australia must undertake a mandatory two-week hotel quarantine period regardless of their vaccination status.
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian confirmed that considerations were underway for what quarantine looks like for returning Australians, once vaccine targets are reached.
“There will be a transition in the quarantine system from 70 per cent double dose to 80 per cent double dose,”
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian said.
Qantas staff talk to passengers onboard a flight bound for Auckland on April 19.
“Once we hit 80 per cent double dose we will definitely be opening up Sydney Airport to welcome home Australians.”
A home quarantine system is currently being trialled in South Australia, allowing residents arriving from NSW and Victoria to quarantine at their residence.
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Cybersecurity experts agree its essential to get the basics of protecting your business and customers first.
Regulators around the world are stepping up scrutiny of corporations who have failed to uphold proper cybersecurity protocols.
And on the eve of cybersecurity awareness month, experts are warning that it’s important to get the basics right of protecting your customers – or your own data.
For more, we’re joined by Annie Hagger of Cyber GC, and Sam Fariborz, group manager of cybersecurity services & program at the Kmart Group.
Ukraine has managed to launch successful attacks on key Russian military facilities, leaving experts and analysts baffled by the unexpected outcomes.
These strategic assaults have raised questions about Ukraine’s military capabilities and the effectiveness of its tactics in countering Russian forces.
Ukraine’s recent victories can be attributed to several key factors. First and foremost, the country has significantly improved its intelligence gathering and information warfare capabilities, allowing it to pinpoint vulnerabilities in Russian defenses. This enhanced situational awareness has enabled Ukraine to launch precise and coordinated strikes on critical military installations.
Additionally, Ukraine has received substantial support from international allies, both in terms of military equipment and training. This assistance has bolstered the Ukrainian military’s effectiveness and provided them with advanced weaponry, giving them an edge in their confrontations with Russian forces.
Furthermore, Ukraine’s determination and resilience in the face of adversity cannot be underestimated. The country’s citizens and armed forces have shown unwavering commitment to defending their sovereignty, driving them to devise innovative strategies and tactics to outmaneuver the Russian military.
The world watches with bated breath as Ukraine’s successful attacks continue to unfold, highlighting the evolving nature of modern warfare and the adaptability of smaller nations facing formidable adversaries.
Former Spain manager Jorge Vilda is set to come under scrutiny as part of the ongoing investigation into the ‘kissgate’ controversy involving Luis Rubiales.
The investigation, which has sent shockwaves through the footballing world, centers around an alleged incident where Luis Rubiales, known for his fiery personality, kissed a reporter without her consent during a press conference in 2022. The incident quickly gained attention on social media and was widely condemned.
As part of the probe, authorities are now turning their attention to Jorge Vilda, who was the head coach of the Spanish national women’s team at the time of the incident. It is alleged that Vilda may have had knowledge of the incident or been aware of Rubiales’s behavior during the press conference.
Vilda, a respected figure in women’s football, has denied any wrongdoing and maintains that he had no prior knowledge of Rubiales’s actions. He expressed his shock and disappointment at being dragged into the controversy.
The investigation is being closely followed by football fans and stakeholders alike, as it raises questions about the accountability of individuals in positions of power within the sport. The ‘kissgate’ scandal has already had far-reaching implications for Rubiales, who resigned as the president of the Spanish Football Federation amidst the controversy.