Read Scott Morrison's full statement on the new national coronavirus restrictions
4 years, 9 months ago

Read Scott Morrison's full statement on the new national coronavirus restrictions

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a raft of new restrictions on activities, events and businesses to curb the spread of coronavirus. "House parties where someone wants to now have the social events, not at clubs and venues like that but to organise a party at someone's home, the states and territories will be particularly looking at that one and be considering whether they will put specific measures in place that could lead to that being an offence for those who have organised those types of events. But the point about it is this: If you're gathering together in a group, say 10 people, together, outside in a group, that's not OK. "We've got to move people on. "Tomorrow, I'll be meeting — and there has been discussions today between the Education Minister, Dan Tehan, and the education national unions, and I will be meeting with them tomorrow to discuss a set of arrangements that we would like to proceed with, that importantly keep schools open, that also will protect those teachers and other staff who are working in schools and to work through those issues to ensure we can put acceptable arrangements in place to ensure that children get taught. That would mean ensuring the schools in those states that haven't already ended the term, which is only Victoria, that we would be able to continue to keep those schools open up to the end of the term, but I would anticipate that for several days prior to the end of the term there will need to be pupil-free days while the teachers and the school staff work on the projects they have already been pursuing on extending distance learning.

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Scott Morrison welcomes NSW's move to scrap quarantine for international arrivals from November 1
3 years, 2 months ago

Scott Morrison welcomes NSW's move to scrap quarantine for international arrivals from November 1

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has welcomed NSW opening its borders to fully vaccinated international travellers — who will no longer need to quarantine in hotels, or at home — from next month. Key points: Unvaccinated travellers will still have to enter hotel quarantine but there will only be around 200 spots per week Unvaccinated travellers will still have to enter …

Scott Morrison tells states to stick with pathway out of COVID-19 lockdown, concedes return to zero cases 'highly unlikely'
3 years, 4 months ago

Scott Morrison tells states to stick with pathway out of COVID-19 lockdown, concedes return to zero cases 'highly unlikely'

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has conceded it's "highly unlikely" that Australia will be able to return to COVID zero, as he pushes the states to start relaxing restrictions once 70 per cent of adults have been vaccinated. Key points: States and territories agreed to opening borders and reducing lockdowns once 70 to 80 per cent of Australians were vaccinated States …

Australian Prime Minister hints at end to ‘Covid zero’
3 years, 4 months ago

Australian Prime Minister hints at end to ‘Covid zero’

CNN  

CNN — Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison hinted at an end to the country’s zero Covid-19 infections strategy in an opinion piece published Sunday, warning Australians to expect a rise in infections as restrictions relax. Morrison’s article comes as Sydney, Australia’s largest city, recorded 830 confirmed Covid-19 cases in the past 24 hours, its highest number of daily new infections …

Scott Morrison GRILLED on The Project as he dodges question about Covid vaccines
3 years, 5 months ago

Scott Morrison GRILLED on The Project as he dodges question about Covid vaccines

Daily Mail  

Scott Morrison has sidestepped questions about Australia's bungled coronavirus vaccine rollout and the tragic death of a young finance worker in Sydney in a fiery confrontation on The Project. When asked whether the glacial pace of Australia's vaccine rollout contributed to the young finance worker's death, Mr Morrison tiptoed around the question. Ms Takara had no underlying health conditions that …

With ‘freedom day’ must come a review into the handling of Covid
3 years, 6 months ago

With ‘freedom day’ must come a review into the handling of Covid

The Independent  

Now that freedom day is within sight following the government’s transfer of responsibility for Covid to the people, the distractions of the day-to-day management of the situation will be removed for the ministers involved. Beryl Wall London Asylum seeker limbo In response to the article, UK warned not to replicate Australia’s “dark and bloody chapter” on asylum – offshore processing …

PM, Scott Morrison agree on importance of equitable access to Covid-19 vaccines
3 years, 8 months ago

PM, Scott Morrison agree on importance of equitable access to Covid-19 vaccines

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday thanked his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison for the country's support to India's fight against coronavirus disease. PM Modi's statement comes amid Australia's decision to not extend the ban on citizens returning from Covid-hit India. PM Modi sought Australia's support for the initiative taken at the World Trade Organisation by India and South Africa to …

Scott Morrison 'in no hurry' to open borders as he pleads with eligible Australians to get vaccinated
3 years, 8 months ago

Scott Morrison 'in no hurry' to open borders as he pleads with eligible Australians to get vaccinated

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison warns Australia is in "no hurry" to fully reopen its international borders, but is flagging a gradual process starting with "essential travel". Key points: Scott Morrison said restrictions on travel would only be eased slowly He said he hoped that by the end of the year Australians travelling for "essential purposes" would not need to go …

Scott Morrison takes a swipe at Annastacia Palaszczuk
3 years, 11 months ago

Scott Morrison takes a swipe at Annastacia Palaszczuk

Daily Mail  

Scott Morrison has urged states to support their economies when they impose lockdowns and border controls - instead of asking for handouts. Last week Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk asked for an extension of JobKeeper as international border closures keep out overseas travellers and state border uncertainty weighs on domestic tourism. Scott Morrison has urged states to support their economies when …

Federal Government in talks to expand coronavirus travel bubble beyond New Zealand to some parts of Asia
4 years, 1 month ago

Federal Government in talks to expand coronavirus travel bubble beyond New Zealand to some parts of Asia

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Australia is still holding discussions with several Asian countries — including Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Taiwan — about expanding Australia's travel bubble and opening up quarantine-free travel. However New Zealand is still not welcoming travellers from across the ditch, with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern saying she wants to wait until all Australian states have …

Australian manufacturing industry to be bolstered to help coronavirus recovery, Prime Minister Scott Morrison says
4 years, 3 months ago

Australian manufacturing industry to be bolstered to help coronavirus recovery, Prime Minister Scott Morrison says

ABC  

Scott Morrison says bolstering Australia's local manufacturing industry will not only help with the economic recovery from the pandemic, but also provide opportunities for business on a global scale. Key points: The Government's strategy targets more than a billion dollars to boost supply lines and local industries The Government's strategy targets more than a billion dollars to boost supply lines …

Prime Minister Scott Morrison pressures Victoria to fast-track coronavirus roadmap
4 years, 4 months ago

Prime Minister Scott Morrison pressures Victoria to fast-track coronavirus roadmap

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has taken aim at the Victorian Government's roadmap out of stage 4 coronavirus restrictions, saying he hopes the state will reopen more quickly than outlined. Key points: Mr Morrison described the plan as "crushing news" for Victorians Mr Morrison described the plan as "crushing news" for Victorians Victoria's roadmap out of restrictions was unveiled on Sunday …

Scott Morrison walks back mandatory coronavirus vaccination comments
4 years, 4 months ago

Scott Morrison walks back mandatory coronavirus vaccination comments

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has moved to assure Australians any coronavirus vaccine will not be compulsory, despite earlier saying he expected that would be the case. Key points: Mr Morrison said on Wednesday morning he would expect the vaccine would be as "mandatory as possible" Mr Morrison said on Wednesday morning he would expect the vaccine would be as "mandatory …

Stage 4 coronavirus restrictions in Melbourne could cost the economy $9 billion, Scott Morrison says
4 years, 5 months ago

Stage 4 coronavirus restrictions in Melbourne could cost the economy $9 billion, Scott Morrison says

ABC  

The newest measures in Victoria's harsh coronavirus restrictions could rip close to $10 billion out of the nation's economy in a matter of weeks, Prime Minister Scott Morrison says. Key points: The total cost of Victoria's lockdowns this quarter is estimated to be as high as $12 billion The total cost of Victoria's lockdowns this quarter is estimated to be …

Australia records 2,192 COVID-19 cases in a week, Scott Morrison announces JobKeeper, JobSeeker changes
4 years, 5 months ago

Australia records 2,192 COVID-19 cases in a week, Scott Morrison announces JobKeeper, JobSeeker changes

ABC  

Let's say you've been relying on JobSeeker or JobKeeper for the past few months and today comes the announcement that those payments are going to continue, but be reduced, or maybe even end for you completely. The University of Canberra's Gregory Mowle, a financial literacy researcher and former ASIC consumer credit educator and financial counsellor, has some advice on what …

Scott Morrison says post-JobKeeper coronavirus support to help Victorian businesses, tourism and others in need
4 years, 5 months ago

Scott Morrison says post-JobKeeper coronavirus support to help Victorian businesses, tourism and others in need

ABC  

Businesses in Victoria and in the tourism industry are likely to benefit from extended government support set to be announced next week, Prime Minister Scott Morrison says. Key points: Further income support targeted to help businesses are set to be announced next week Further income support targeted to help businesses are set to be announced next week Scott Morrison says …

Key points from Scott Morrison and Daniel Andrews' coronavirus announcements on July 10
4 years, 5 months ago

Key points from Scott Morrison and Daniel Andrews' coronavirus announcements on July 10

ABC  

After an extremely tense week — particularly for those in Victoria — Australia's National Cabinet had plenty on the agenda at its meeting today. "There is also a view across the National Cabinet that are all effectively moving to a charging system for the hotel quarantine that is in place for those returning," Mr Morrison said. "We will see an …

Australians overseas worried about National Cabinet proposal to reduce international flights to ease coronavirus burden
4 years, 5 months ago

Australians overseas worried about National Cabinet proposal to reduce international flights to ease coronavirus burden

ABC  

Australians overseas say they are concerned by a potential National Cabinet proposal to decrease the number of international flights arriving into the country to ease the burden of coronavirus quarantine on states and territories. Key points: National Cabinet will today consider reducing inbound flight numbers National Cabinet will today consider reducing inbound flight numbers Australians overseas say they are worried …

Coronavirus restrictions: Where you can and can't travel around Australia as borders reopen
4 years, 6 months ago

Coronavirus restrictions: Where you can and can't travel around Australia as borders reopen

ABC  

There has been a lot of movement on border restrictions recently given we're now in July, the month when Prime Minister Scott Morrison said he hoped all interstate travel would resume. Overall, Victoria's stance on its borders is actually relatively simple at the moment: However, that advice won't apply to one section of Victoria's population from Thursday: people in Melbourne's …

What kind of progress are we making? A snapshot of Australia's coronavirus fight
4 years, 7 months ago

What kind of progress are we making? A snapshot of Australia's coronavirus fight

ABC  

Australia faces an "enormous amount of work" to continue to suppress the spread of coronavirus while reviving its economy, but progress is being made "far sooner than we could have ever imagined", the Prime Minister says. Key points: About 30,000 Australians are being tested for COVID-19 daily, with 0.05 per cent testing positive About 30,000 Australians are being tested for …

Prime Minister Scott Morrison to warn of hard economic recovery post-coronavirus
4 years, 7 months ago

Prime Minister Scott Morrison to warn of hard economic recovery post-coronavirus

ABC  

An overhaul of vocational education focused on tradies and skilled workers will be at the centre of Government efforts to lead the Australian economy "out of ICU" following the COVID-19 crisis. Key points: Scott Morrison will use an address to the National Press Club to warn Australia faces grim times post-COVID-19 Scott Morrison will use an address to the National …

Coronavirus restrictions successfully being eased, domestic holidays may be back on cards by July, Scott Morrison says
4 years, 7 months ago

Coronavirus restrictions successfully being eased, domestic holidays may be back on cards by July, Scott Morrison says

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says domestic holidays are on the horizon as Australia continues along the road back from coronavirus restrictions. Key points: The Federal Government will aim to boost domestic tourism as restrictions ease The Federal Government will aim to boost domestic tourism as restrictions ease Restrictions have begun to lift in all states and territories Restrictions have begun …

We don't know what the coronavirus new normal will be — and that's Morrison's ongoing challenge
4 years, 7 months ago

We don't know what the coronavirus new normal will be — and that's Morrison's ongoing challenge

ABC  

It's a rare thing for a Prime Minister to emphasise how much they don't know. On Friday the Reserve Bank produced a set of "baseline" forecasts, suggesting unemployment could peak at 10 per cent next month and remain uncomfortably high for the next two years. Stay up-to-date on the coronavirus outbreak Download the ABC News app and subscribe to our …

The PM unveiled Australia's three-stage plan to relax coronavirus restrictions. This is what's changing where you live
4 years, 8 months ago

The PM unveiled Australia's three-stage plan to relax coronavirus restrictions. This is what's changing where you live

ABC  

The Prime Minister has unveiled the National Cabinet's three-step plan to ease restrictions imposed to prevent the spread of coronavirus. From next Monday, May 11, the limit on the number of people attending a funeral will increase from 10 to 20, aged care visits will be allowed once a week for a maximum of two visitors and national parks and …

Australia coronavirus restrictions to be lifted in three-step plan to reopen economy
4 years, 8 months ago

Australia coronavirus restrictions to be lifted in three-step plan to reopen economy

CNN  

CNN — Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a three-step plan to reopen the country’s economy by July, as the government begins winding down social distancing measures intended to stop the spread of coronavirus. Prime Minister Scott Morrison speaks during a press conference following a National Cabinet meeting on May 8 in Canberra, Australia. Morrison said there would be …

Scott Morrison introduces a roadmap out of coronavirus restrictions for Australians after National Cabinet meeting
4 years, 8 months ago

Scott Morrison introduces a roadmap out of coronavirus restrictions for Australians after National Cabinet meeting

ABC  

Australians have spent nearly two months enduring some form of coronavirus lockdown. For indoor gatherings, Mr Morrison said step one would be "five guests in your own home" — meaning you can have your whole household plus five extras. Step one of the roadmap allows "recreational travel of day trips up to 150km", the Prime Minister said. "Stage two and …

Australia must make workplaces coronavirus-safe and flatten the unemployment curve, Scott Morrison says
4 years, 8 months ago

Australia must make workplaces coronavirus-safe and flatten the unemployment curve, Scott Morrison says

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has declared Australia must now work to flatten the curve of rising unemployment, pushing the need for workplaces and the broader economy to become "COVID-safe" so they can re-open. Key points: National Cabinet has agreed to a set of COVID-19 work safety principles National Cabinet has agreed to a set of COVID-19 work safety principles Mr …

National Cabinet to bring forward meeting on lifting coronavirus restrictions, Prime Minister Scott Morrison says
4 years, 8 months ago

National Cabinet to bring forward meeting on lifting coronavirus restrictions, Prime Minister Scott Morrison says

ABC  

Nationwide restrictions on movement and business could be eased as soon as next week, with Prime Minister Scott Morrison declaring Australians have "earned an early mark" in the fight against coronavirus. Key points: National Cabinet will consider easing restrictions one week ahead of schedule Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Australians have "earned an early mark" A key consideration at next …

Scott Morrison issues warning to aged care facilities to allow visitors or Commonwealth will get involved
4 years, 8 months ago

Scott Morrison issues warning to aged care facilities to allow visitors or Commonwealth will get involved

ABC  

The Prime Minister has warned aged care facilities that are imposing visitor rules beyond the national coronavirus advice to stop, saying the Commonwealth will step in if they do not. Key points: Commonwealth may force facilities to apply for exemptions if they do not follow rules Commonwealth may force facilities to apply for exemptions if they do not follow rules …

Prime Minister Scott Morrison introduces national coronavirus safe workplace principles
4 years, 8 months ago

Prime Minister Scott Morrison introduces national coronavirus safe workplace principles

ABC  

Australian businesses have been given a new set of rules on how to manage workplaces during the coronavirus pandemic. Key points: The national COVID-19 safe workplace principles will apply to businesses and workers They are designed to prepare workplaces to resume normal operations The National Cabinet is working to develop principles around easing social distancing restrictions across Australia The national …

The curve is flattening, but not enough to return to normal. Catch up on the key points from Scott Morrison's latest coronavirus update
4 years, 8 months ago

The curve is flattening, but not enough to return to normal. Catch up on the key points from Scott Morrison's latest coronavirus update

ABC  

It has been 87 days since Australia's first case of coronavirus was confirmed. Health Minister Greg Hunt said Tuesday was an important day on the "road back" — but we have to keep doing what we're doing and continue distancing measures. Stay up-to-date on the coronavirus outbreak Download the ABC News app and subscribe to our range of news alerts …

Australia's coronavirus restrictions will remain until these three things are established
4 years, 8 months ago

Australia's coronavirus restrictions will remain until these three things are established

ABC  

Scott Morrison has laid out a three-point plan that he says Australia will need to implement before we can think about relaxing social-distancing rules. The Government has touted Australia's world-leading symptomatic case detection rate, but you can only find what you're looking for — Chief Medical Officer Brendan Murphy acknowledged people who may have the virus but aren't showing symptoms …

Coronavirus restrictions to remain in place for at least four weeks, Scott Morrison says
4 years, 8 months ago

Coronavirus restrictions to remain in place for at least four weeks, Scott Morrison says

ABC  

Australians will have to live with coronavirus restrictions for at least another four weeks, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has said, as the Government begins to chart a path out of the measures. Key points: Australia will continue with social distancing restrictions for at least another four weeks Australia will continue with social distancing restrictions for at least another four weeks …

We're learning a great deal about Scott Morrison from how he's handling the coronavirus
4 years, 9 months ago

We're learning a great deal about Scott Morrison from how he's handling the coronavirus

ABC  

As COVID-19 transforms our individual lives, we are learning a few new things about ourselves as a society. When people were asked how they rated the Government's response to the outbreak, 45 per cent said it was good — not a majority but well above those who rated it as poor. But we can hypothesise that while Australians generally have …

Scott Morrison gave a rundown of the latest coronavirus measures after Friday's National Cabinet meeting. Here's what he said
4 years, 9 months ago

Scott Morrison gave a rundown of the latest coronavirus measures after Friday's National Cabinet meeting. Here's what he said

ABC  

Australia has been eagerly waiting for the result of the latest National Cabinet meeting. "The Premiers are updating their information on a daily basis but it is a daily report on where things are at for each and every day," Mr Morrison said. "It means there can be additional people taking part in the celebration of those services," Mr Morrison …

Scott Morrison to offer coronavirus wage subsidy to Australian businesses and workers
4 years, 9 months ago

Scott Morrison to offer coronavirus wage subsidy to Australian businesses and workers

ABC  

Businesses are expected to be paid a wage subsidy of up to $1,500 per employee, under a Federal Government plan to keep thousands of Australians in work during the coronavirus crisis. Key points: It is understood the payments will be backdated Josh Frydenberg said the Government was determined to keep as many Australians in jobs as possible The new scheme …

Forced coronavirus quarantine for all people returning to Australia
4 years, 9 months ago

Forced coronavirus quarantine for all people returning to Australia

ABC  

All passengers who arrive in Australia after midnight on Saturday will go into mandatory quarantine in hotels for a fortnight, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced. Key points: Passengers will be quarantined in the city they land in, irrespective of where they live Two-thirds of Australia's coronavirus cases are from people travelling from overseas Defence personnel will help state and …

Australia is moving to stage 2 restrictions to curb the coronavirus outbreak. Here's what's included
4 years, 9 months ago

Australia is moving to stage 2 restrictions to curb the coronavirus outbreak. Here's what's included

ABC  

As of midnight Wednesday, beauty services are closed, but hairdressers will still be able to operate. "People should stay at home unless they're going for essential services and shopping, unless they're going for medical services or to work or for exercise or children to school," Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt said. "It is very important that they strictly manage the …

Coronavirus-driven ban on Australian citizens travelling overseas comes into force at midday
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus-driven ban on Australian citizens travelling overseas comes into force at midday

ABC  

A ban on Australian citizens travelling overseas will come into force at midday today. Key points: National Cabinet has imposed a travel ban to prevent Australians leaving the country There will be exemptions for travel that is essential or in the national interest People will also be allowed to leave on compassionate or humanitarian grounds The ban was announced last …

The coronavirus shutdown is here. So what's banned in Australia and what's not?
4 years, 9 months ago

The coronavirus shutdown is here. So what's banned in Australia and what's not?

ABC  

From midday on Monday, Australia entered a new era in its history. All businesses operating must meet social-distancing guidelines — keeping people 1.5 metres apart, and ensuring 4 square metres per person — and not have gatherings of more than 100 people indoors. The Prime Minister announced on Sunday that some businesses would have to close by midday on Monday …

Why coronavirus pressures prompted Australia's biggest states to rebel against Scott Morrison
4 years, 9 months ago

Why coronavirus pressures prompted Australia's biggest states to rebel against Scott Morrison

ABC  

On a day when the number of COVID-19 cases had surpassed 500 in New South Wales, Sydneysiders woke up to an opinion piece in the biggest selling newspaper, the Sunday Telegraph, from Federal Education Minister Dan Tehan. The health advice hadn't changed — the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee that guides health emergencies was still advising that schools should remain …

New coronavirus shutdown measures are coming into force. This is what they mean for your routine
4 years, 9 months ago

New coronavirus shutdown measures are coming into force. This is what they mean for your routine

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has declared the situation is now "deadly serious". On Sunday night, Mr Morrison announced places like pubs, indoor sporting venues and churches would be closed by midday today. On Sunday morning the Prime Minister requested Australians to stay at home, unless their travel was "essential". At Sunday night's press conference, Mr Morrison said Australians would not …

In the coronavirus COVID-19 crisis, how does Mark McGowan keep WA open for business?
4 years, 9 months ago

In the coronavirus COVID-19 crisis, how does Mark McGowan keep WA open for business?

ABC  

Mark McGowan was forceful and blunt in his message. The warning was directly addressed to WA's politicians, with the Premier telling them it was vital that Parliament continued to operate through the coronavirus crisis in a bid to "lead by example". Stay up-to-date on the coronavirus outbreak Download the ABC News app and subscribe to our range of news alerts …

Australia bans all overseas travel, declares emergency; says COVID-19 crisis could last for six months
4 years, 9 months ago

Australia bans all overseas travel, declares emergency; says COVID-19 crisis could last for six months

Firstpost  

The formal declaration gives the government the power to close off cities or regions, impose curfews and order people to quarantine, if deemed necessary to contain the spread of the virus Sydney: Australia prime minister Scott Morrison on Wednesday declared a “human biosecurity emergency” and said the country’s citizens should abandon all overseas travel because of the coronavirus epidemic that …

Aboriginal health organisations want Defence to help contain coronavirus, warn PM of specific dangers
4 years, 9 months ago

Aboriginal health organisations want Defence to help contain coronavirus, warn PM of specific dangers

ABC  

Indigenous health leaders are urging the Federal Government to declare special isolation zones patrolled by the police or the army in a radical move to prevent COVID-19 devastating remote Indigenous communities. Key points: Remote communities are currently experiencing delays of a week or more on COVID-19 testing They want the whole of the Northern Territory and Central Australia to be …

Scott Morrison says panic buying driven by coronavirus lockdown fears is 'ridiculous' and 'un-Australian'
4 years, 9 months ago

Scott Morrison says panic buying driven by coronavirus lockdown fears is 'ridiculous' and 'un-Australian'

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has told people to stop hoarding supplies, saying he is disappointed at the "un-Australian" panic buying being driven by fears around the coronavirus pandemic. Key points: Mr Morrison said there was no reason for shoppers to hoard goods He urged Australians to use their common sense and not abuse staff The CEO of Woolworths said there …

Large indoor gatherings banned, schools to stay open, Scott Morrison tells Australians not to leave the country in face of coronavirus pandemic
4 years, 9 months ago

Large indoor gatherings banned, schools to stay open, Scott Morrison tells Australians not to leave the country in face of coronavirus pandemic

ABC  

Non-essential indoor gatherings of more than 100 people have been banned by the Federal Government as the country responds to the coronavirus pandemic. Prime Minister Scott Morrison also warned Australians not to leave the country as the disease spreads, saying: "We haven't seen this sort of thing in Australia since the end of the First World War." The Prime Minister …

Australia coronavirus outbreak: PM warns of ‘once-in-100 year’ crisis
4 years, 9 months ago

Australia coronavirus outbreak: PM warns of ‘once-in-100 year’ crisis

CNN  

Brisbane, Australia CNN — Australian Prime Minister has warned people to “stop hoarding,” as shoppers across the country empty supermarket shelves amid rising alarm over the rapid spread of the novel coronavirus, which has infected almost 180,000 people worldwide. Some fear the rapid rise in coronavirus cases suggest that Australia’s normally robust health system could be overwhelmed, like Italy’s where …

Coronavirus update: COVID-19 causes Australian stock market to fall as Scott Morrison calls for calm
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus update: COVID-19 causes Australian stock market to fall as Scott Morrison calls for calm

ABC  

The Australian stock market has suffered its biggest one-day drop since the 1987 share market crash, as Prime Minister Scott Morrison calls for calm and travel bans to combat the COVID-19 pandemic come into effect. "If one boarder became ill then of course health has told us that boarding schools would be put in lockdown similar to the cruise ships." …

Scott Morrison considering further economic measures as coronavirus fears mount for aged care residents
4 years, 9 months ago

Scott Morrison considering further economic measures as coronavirus fears mount for aged care residents

ABC  

Key cabinet ministers are coming together to consider urgent economic measures as Australia contends with the spread of coronavirus. Key points: Scott Morrison is seeking to reassure Australians about coronavirus, as panic buying continues Special shopping hours have been announced for the elderly and people with disabilities Medical chiefs are meeting to discuss ways they can protect senior Australians from …

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