‘We don’t need 6 month lockdown’
A leading biosecurity professor says six months of restrictions are not necessary and Australia would be better off with a “short, sharp lockdown”.
Closures
Schools ordered to reopen after Easter
Certain schools across the country have been ordered to reopen for term 2 or risk losing billions in government funding.
Heatwave to test Aussies in lockdown
A scorching Easter heatwave is set to be a test for Aussies who have repeatedly been urged to stay home over the long weekend.
$133m fix for childcare loophole
NSW has announced free preschool in NSW and extra funding to keep hundreds of childcare centres open after they missed out on funding help.
‘Guinea pig states’ being considered
Some Aussie states could have their coronavirus restrictions lifted early in a possible plan for “guinea pig states”.
Easter warning in second virus text
Australians have been warned in a second emergency text from the government, with leaders saying our “good work” could be quickly undone.
Langbroek spills on ‘exhausting’ lockdown
An Aussie comedian has said weeks into the lockdown in Italy she feels exhausted with the grind and is struggling to maintain a routine and get out of bed.
Controversial call: ‘End this lockdown now’
An Australian think tank has been slammed after calling for an end to Australia’s lockdown but experts believe it’s time to relax restrictions.
Flight Centre closing 428 Aussie stores
The struggling travel company has announced more store closures – and has asked investors for a $700 million handout as COVID-19 rages.
Australia’s most ‘disgraceful’ virus ban
A new day, a new limit on what Aussies can and can’t do. But one state took the mantle this week for imposing the most ridiculous virus measure.
Virus sees Corona beer halt production
Corona beer has become the latest victim of the coronavirus pandemic with the famous brewery forced to close its doors in Mexico.
Aldi reveals new shopping hours
The supermarket chain has announced a temporary change to its trading hours – as well as two days of total shutdown.
RM Williams to close all stores
Coronavirus has taken another hit at the retail industry, with iconic bush outfitter RM Williams announcing its decision today.
Why these stores are still open
Cinemas and gyms are shut and cafes and restaurants are now takeaway only, but it’s business as usual for retailers. Confused? You’re not alone.
More big retailers announce closures
Two more stores have joined the growing list of big name brands to close up shop as the coronavirus takes a massive toll on retailers.
Virus cops bust open secret brothel
Police on a raid under the new coronavirus restrictions busted a secretly operating brothel and two alleged prostitutes.
New jobs on offer amid virus shutdown
As job losses rise and welfare queues lengthen due to coronavirus business shutdowns, these are the thousands of jobs still on offer.
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