The NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has announced the state is set to ease restrictions on outdoor dining and events as locally acquired infections continue to remain stable. From this Friday, 16 October 2020 restrictions at hospitality venues will be eased to allow one patron for every two square metres in outdoor areas (previously this was one… Read more »
More than 300 Australians have now lost their lives to COVID-19 as Victoria reports 19 deaths overnight and 322 new cases of the virus. Of those 19 Victorians who succumbed to the virus in the past 24 hours, one is a male in his 50s, one a female in her 60s, tow males in their… Read more »
As the coronavirus crisis continues to worsen across the country Victorians, in particular, are being impacted with the premier announcing sweeping changes to how Melbournians will live and work. The news comes as the state records 725 new diagnoses overnight and 15 deaths. As of 11.59 pm Wednesday residents of Melbourne and Mitchell shire will… Read more »
Premier Gladys Berejiklian has urged NSW citizens to limit their activity and consider how to keep themselves and their loved ones safe. The Premier said NSW had entered a state of high alert in its fight against the spread of COVID-19. NSW Health reported eight new diagnoses overnight. “We need to make sure we contain… Read more »
Virgin Australia has gone into involuntary administration with the airline expected to shed 1000s of jobs unless they can find private funding to assist after the government refused to step in with a $1.4 billion bailout. Virgin Atlantic founder Richard Branson said the airline will need government support to keep going and suggested the collapse… Read more »
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian is encouraging the state’s citizens to hop online and get qualified. The premier has announced a number of TAFE courses will now be available for free and she is urging people to make use of their time at home to upskill. “It means people can start preparing for when these difficult… Read more »
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has announced the third stage of the state government’s stimulus to combat the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. In a big win for small business owners, the premier has released details of a grant system for small businesses whose trade has been affected by the virus. To be eligible for the… Read more »
NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian has appealed for citizens to assume they have coronavirus and act accordingly in an effort to curb the continued rise in new diagnoses. Berejiklian described the actions of Australians who continued to flout social distancing rules and self-isolation mandates as “heartbreaking”. The premier pleaded for people to maintain social distancing and… Read more »
As Australia begins closing its borders today, the UK has gone into lockdown with all non-essential businesses now closed. Citizens will only be allowed to leave their house once a day to purchase groceries or medication and partake in essential exercise. The UN has called for a ceasefire in an effort for all nations to… Read more »
The NSW State Premier and SA Premier have leapt to the PM’s defence over growing concerns amongst the general public at schools remaining open. In a press conference today Premier Gladys Berejiklian stressed it is the position of COAG and health officials that schools should remain open. “I know there has been some concern expressed… Read more »
Premier Gladys Berijiklian has put the finishing touches on a NSW stimulus package worth $2.3 billion. The big news for small business is a waiving of the payroll tax for the next three months which could amount to a saving of around $450 million. The exemption applies to businesses with a turnover of less than… Read more »
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