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Governments divided over opening of the economy

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State and federal governments are splintering over the agreement to reopen the Australian economy after a surge of coronavirus cases in Victoria triggered warnings from Queensland and Western Australia they may keep their borders closed longer.

With Victorians encouraged on Sunday to dob in neighbours with more than five people around and police ramping up enforcement of social distancing measures, business groups are pleading with other premiers to continue easing restrictions in their states.

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Andrew Tillett writes on politics, foreign affairs, defence and security from the Canberra press gallery. Connect with Andrew on Facebook and Twitter. Email Andrew at andrew.tillett@afr.com
Liz Main is a journalist for The Australian Financial Review based in the Melbourne office. Connect with Liz on Twitter. Email Liz at liz.main@afr.com.au

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