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Monday, August 10

WHO to probe virus response

The World Health Organisation says an independent review of the global coronavirus response will begin as soon as possible, and it received backing and a hefty pledge of funds from China.

Victoria launches bushfire inquiry as Melbourne chokes on smoke

A $2.55 million inquiry will be held into Victoria’s deadly bushfires, which are still burning and sending a thick blanket of smoke across much of the state.

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"Cruel" aged care system needs rebuild: Royal Commission

Australia’s aged care system faces a complete overhaul, starting with ending “a cruel lottery” where some older people die before ever finding out if they have won access.

Inquiry into banks' refusal to pass full rate cuts

The competition watchdog is launching an investigation into why the big four banks are not passing on interest rate cuts in full to customers.

Allergy rise prompts Parliamentary inquiry

The number of Australians admitted to hospital because of allergies has increased five-fold in the past two decades.

Parliament to look at small nuclear reactors as future energy source

A parliamentary inquiry into an Australian nuclear industry will look at the fast-changing technology of small modular reactors.