He added that regulators have promised "they are not going to let political considerations interfere" with the approval of a COVID-19 vaccine and that "safety and efficacy" will be primary considerations.
The GWS Giants have moved to 6-1 for the AFL season, easily accounting for the Brisbane Lions at Manuka Oval in Canberra.
Melbourne have demolished South Sydney 54-20 in their Anzac Day clash, with Cameron Munster starring with four try assists and a try of his own.
French President Emmanuel Macron has stressed the need for stronger defences in Europe against the backdrop of war in Ukraine, security and economic challenges.
There was a five-way tie for the lead when play was stopped early because of darkness on the first day of the ISPS Handa Championship in Japan.
A 26-year-old man will front court in Queensland charged with murder and attempted murder after a man was found dead and a woman was critically injured.
An NFL Academy, the first ever set up in Australia, will be based on the Gold Coast to provide a pathway for athletes from school right through to the NFL.
The draw has again split opinion, with Essendon skipper Zach Merrett among those who wanted extra time to settle a gripping AFL contest against Collingwood.
Essendon and Collingwood have traded blows in a stunning first Anzac Day draw since 1995, producing a classic in front of 93,644 fans at the MCG.
St George Illawarra have been crushed by the Sydney Roosters, with Sam Walker starring in a 60-18 NRL demolition.
Further charges are possible after three boys were accused of conspiring to prepare for a terrorist attack, following a bishop's live-streamed stabbing.
West Coast's hopes of posting three wins in a row have taken a double hit due to the absence of Harley Reid and Tom Barrass.
The Melbourne Rebels' administrator is pushing a rescue deal for the debt-ridden Super Rugby Pacific club, with Rugby Australia to make the final call.
What she discovered when opening the door is probably not what you'd expect for a unit that was apparently empty for four years.
Des Hasler has scored his first win in charge of Gold Coast, whose fullback AJ Brimson inspired a stunning comeback defeat of the Warriors in Auckland.
Veterans, defence personnel and their families proudly displayed service medals on marches in honour of those who died or were injured defending Australia.
After an hours-long rescue mission, the majority of a pod of up to 160 whales stranded at a beach in Western Australia have been saved.
From silence at dawn to reverent crowds and boisterous behaviour around betting circles, Anzac Day has been marked in many places and many ways across NSW.
Sports Integrity Australia chief David Sharpe wants an independent review into the handling of the positive drug tests of 23 Chinese swimmers.
The Sydney bishop stabbed during a live-streamed church service wants the videos of his attack to remain online, and has warned against curbing free speech.
Luckless Richmond midfielder Jacob Hopper injured his hamstring against Melbourne but the Tigers believe it won't be another serious setback.
