IV shortage eases, but restrictions likely to continue for months

The unprecedented shortage of intravenous fluids is gradually easing, but supply shortages are likely to persist throughout the year. Following a meeting in Sydney on Friday, state and federal health ministers outlined measures to address supply problems, including improved data sharing and national coordination in the delivery of vital fluids to hospitals and veterinarians.

Travellers are urged to continue booking for the contested Rex Channel

The insolvency administrators of the troubled regional airline Rex are urging cautious travelers to continue flying with the heavily indebted airline despite concerns about its future viability. Consulting firm EY Australia has been working to rescue the five Rex Group companies since the airline grounded its Boeing 737 fleet on key metropolitan routes in July.