Why masks feel like a symbol of defeat
The mandatory mask rule is a public display of our failure to combat the coronavirus pandemic. But what’s most disturbing is that the new direction comes with the threat of a fine, writes Jeff Kennett.
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We must live with this virus, not lockdown
It’s too early to say to what extent the Victorian government has contributed to the rising numbers of COVID-19 infections but what we must do right now is try to safely live with the virus while keeping the lights on in our state, writes Jeff Kennett.
Even in times of division, we’re still the Lucky Country
Political correctness has put us at risk of destroying so much of the Australian traits of character. And while we must eliminate discrimination in all forms, it can’t be to the point we change our identity, writes Jeff Kennett.
Kennett: Why Dan’s China deal is alarming
Daniel Andrews’ secretive Belt and Road deal with China is confusing, if not alarming. So it’s time for him to answer some key questions over the partnership, says Jeff Kennett.
Australia’s leaders have lost the plot over travel restrictions
Coronavirus restrictions were accepted in good faith but now Australia knows what we’re dealing with, keeping state borders closed shows our leaders aren’t listening to their communities, writes Jeff Kennett.
Real coronavirus test will be in October
I score premier Dan Andrews eight out of 10 for his handling of the coronavirus so far, but the real test for the economy will come when small businesses face another blow in October, writes Jeff Kennett.
Andrews now faces his biggest test yet
Premier Daniel Andrews has done his job well throughout this time of crisis but society can no longer be held to ransom by COVID-19. From Monday, Victoria must start getting back to work and that’s when the real test begins, writes Jeff Kennett.
Things that should be open in Victoria by now
Our young kids should be back at school, restaurants open with restrictions and some employees returning to the office, because if not now, then when will Victoria’s coronavirus rebuild begin, asks Jeff Kennett.
Our faith in the courts has to be beyond doubt
Two of the most senior members of Victoria’s legal profession have both made a terrible error in law that saw Cardinal George Pell jailed for more than 400 days on child sex abuse charges. Now they should both resign, writes Jeff Kennett.
Economy will be hit but there’s no cause for panic
The effect of COVID-19 on the economy could be worse than the virus itself but we’ll come through with a sensible and reasoned response, writes Jeff Kennett.
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