Visitors to a gas station in Armidale, New South Wales, contacted the police, who said Joyce did not wear a gag when visiting the station.

 Thousands left the state of New South Wales, in southeastern Australia, in light of preparations to close it after the spread of the Corona epidemic among the population in its capital, Sydney.

A family in Adelaide, South Australia found an adventurous koala cuddling their Christmas tree. The furry animal was transported to a more suitable location with the help of Save the Koala.

 The Australian airline "Qantas" announced that it will require future international travelers to prove that they have obtained the Corona vaccine, before allowing them to fly on its flights.