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There was plenty happening in Paris while you were sleeping. Arisa Trew became Australia's youngest gold medallist winning the women's park skateboarding. We've won a bronze in the men's team sprint and set a world record to race for gold in the men's team pursuit tomorrow. But a stunning effort from Patty Mills wasn't enough for the Boomers. You can catch up on it all, and follow the rest of today's updates, in our live blog. Meanwhile, Canberra patients could be left unable to afford vital medical scans after a private provider said it could no longer afford to offer bulk-billed services, writes Lucy Arundell.
Eleanor Campbell reports thatAustralia's peak public sector union has reminded federal employees of their right to work from home after NSW announced plans to force workers back into the office.
Pleas for Industry and Science Minister Ed Husic to intervene in the restructure of the CSIRO have gone unheeded, leaving a union fearful up to 700 jobs could be on the line. Miriam Webber writes Mr Husic, citing the agency's independence, decided it would be inappropriate to step in on behalf of staff.
A landmark day for Canberra Hospital looms, with the new critical services building set to open on Saturday week, Lucy Bladen reports. If you're enjoying the cold nights and bright, sunny days, you'll be happy to know today will reach an expected high of 15 to melt the frost after an overnight low of -4. John-Paul Moloney, managing editor | 