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PM edition, Thursday, April 23, 2020

Government reveals more details of coronavirus tracking phone app

The new mobile phone coronavirus app might be introduced without legislation to back it, Health Department acting secretary Caroline Edwards said.

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Another 24 hours passes without a new diagnosis

Just one case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in the ACT in the past 10 days as the government commits to expanding its testing regime.

Authorities asked vets for coronavirus ventilators

In a push to boost Australia's ventilators numbers, veterinarians were asked to see whether they had machines that could be "cleaned".

Porsche driver in Vic smash known to police

A truck was going 100km/h when it hit and killed four officers dealing with the driver of a Porsche, who had tested positive to a drug test.

Man jailed after attacking, stealing from elderly friend

Subscriber only: A man invited a friend into his home to watch the footy, only for the younger man to attack him and steal his money.

Canberra gets 4000 trees as part of stimulus plan

An estimated 4000 trees will be planted across Canberra in a bid to keep city service workers in jobs during the coronavirus crisis.

'This is unbelievable': Disgust at speeding

ACT police say they will be cracking down on speeding over the Anzac Day long weekend after several high-range incidents in recent weeks.

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Six fun activities for the kids to try this week

You might not be able to grow a maze like this in your backyard, but there are other ways of building amazing mazes at home.

The social dilemma of the virus tracing apps

Analysis: Without these conditions, an expectation of widespread cooperative behaviour is merely a hope.

Recipe of the day: A slice of Anzac spirit

Another twist on the humble Anzac biscuit, the Anzac slice is easy to make and ready to eat within an hour.

Stand together: Athletes speak up for mental health

Subscriber only: Paralympic gold medallist Scott Reardon knows what it's like to see close mates' lives taken too soon.

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