13/04/2020
🗞 NEWS - Covid Updates
- *JobKeeper* - The Government has passed legislation for the $130 billion JobKeeper Payment to keep more Australians in jobs and support businesses affected by the Coronavirus.
- *Coronavirus modelling* - The Federal Government has released the modelling behind Australia’s Coronavirus response. It shows how COVID-19 could spread through the Australian population under different scenarios but DOES NOT predict the future or factually represent Australia’s current position. Early data suggests physical distancing and other measures taken in Australia are slowing the growth in COVID-19 cases to a point where the health system can meet expected demand → aus.gov.au/modelling
- *Cyber crime* - There has been an increase in COVID-19 themed cyber activity towards websites designed to either install software or steal personal information and banking details.
- *Commercial tenancies* - The National Cabinet has agreed that states and territories will implement a mandatory Code of Conduct for commercial tenancies.
- *Restrictions* - Public gatherings, excluding household members, have been reduced to a maximum of 2 people. Check State & Territory websites for further enforcement information.
- *Stay home* - Everyone should stay home unless you are: shopping for essentials, receiving medical care, exercising or travelling to work or education.
- *Easter* - During the Easter period, places of worship must remain closed to the public. Services will be streamed and only clergy and those formally involved in services or streaming are permitted to attend.
- *Stay informed* - Download the official government 'Coronavirus Australia' app in the Apple App Store and on Google Play.
Read more → aus.gov.au/news
The official Australian Government response website to provide support and updates to Australians on the Coronavirus pandemic