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PM edition, Friday, August 21, 2020

'You have a sniffle and a cough and everyone looks at you': Having asthma during COVID-19

Hay fever and asthma sufferers are being shunned and stared down when they sneeze. One Canberran has even been pressured into taking a coronavirus test.

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PM promises extra money for aged care

Scott Morrison emphasised the need to balance economic considerations with health considerations in dealing with the coronavirus.

Blizzard conditions may bring snow to Canberra

A blast of wintery conditions set to dump up to 100cm of snow on the mountains may lead to a sprinkle of snowflakes in Canberra suburbs.

COVID predicted to add $800b to Australia's debt

Australia's net debt will be a whopping $800 billion higher by the end of the decade due to the pandemic, updated projections show.

Couple hit with huge fine for alleged border breach

A Sydney couple have been fined more than $9000 by police after allegedly crossing the Queensland border without the correct pass.

Vows, tributes as Biden accepts nomination

Democratic nominee Joe Biden has outlined plans to bring relief and solace to a country battered by the coronavirus pandemic.

ACT now backs criminal responsibility age raise

The ACT government has voiced its support for raising the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14 for the first time.

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Raiders coach calls for NRL to introduce CIA

Subscriber only: Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart is calling for the introduction of the CIA - the crusher-tackle injury assessment.

'A good test': Brumbies ready for set piece battle

Allan Alaalatoa says the ACT Brumbies have a target on their backs as they prepare to meet the NSW Waratahs at Canberra Stadium.

Trite expressions and why we use them

Opinion: Bury the hatchet. Live and let live. At death's door. As busy as a bee. There are plenty of unnecessary expressions, writes John Malouff.

How do you safely hold an election during a plague?

Podcast: Listen here to the second episode of Talk of the Times. This week it's all about political leadership during a pandemic.

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