The world's top-50 beaches have been named for 2021, with an Australian gem nabbing the prestigious runner-up spot.
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The resurgence of Covid-19 cases in Australia's domestic air travel market reflects a growing trend of Covid-19 challenges in Asia-Pacific, with no easy solutions.
REX Reduces Services Due to Lockdowns
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Rex has announced that it will suspend or “significantly reduce” services impacted by state border closures and lockdowns.

For at least eight weeks, there will be no quarantine-free travel between New Zealand and any Australian state.
Qantas Staff Brace For Possible Job Losses
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Qantas employees have been warned that ongoing COVID-19 border closures across Australia may force the airline to lay off workers.

Experts have warned Sydneysiders to brace for another two months of lockdown restrictions because authorities waited too long to go hard.
Australians vaccinated with the AstraZeneca jab face potential problems visiting Europe, thanks to a quirk in the European Union's vaccine approval process.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced a home quarantine trial in South Australia for fully vaccinated travellers, which he said could pave the way for...
Australia-Singapore Travel Bubble Delayed
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Australia’s travel bubble with Singapore has been delayed until the end of 2021, the Federal Tourism Minister confirmed on Sunday.
Covid-19 vaccines could be administered at your local Bunnings under a suggestion raised at talks between the federal government and business leaders.