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Western Australia looks at early raising of Coronavirus restrictions
Having experienced a low number of infections in the state, the Western Australian Government the first considering lifting its Coronavirus restrictions within weeks and allow...
Apr 17, 2020
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Prime Minister Scott Morrison outlines plans for lifting of Coronavirus restrictions
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has advised that the nation needs a more comprehensive Coronavirus testing regime before current health restrictions can be lifted....
Apr 16, 2020
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Coronavirus hit arts industry needs $750 million rescue package
With Coronavirus restrictions having seen almost 200,000 creative arts workers forced out of their jobs as venues close, the Australia Institute is calling for a $750 million...
Apr 15, 2020
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Federal sports minister says NRL restart plan is ‘a bit ambitious'
Federal Sports Minister Richard Colbeck has labelled the NRL’s plans for its competition to resume as of 28th May as being a “bit ambitious”. With the NRL announcing plans to...
Apr 13, 2020
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NSW Arts Minister resigns after Coronavirus lockdown breach
NSW Minister for the Arts Don Harwin has resigned after being fined $1,000 for breaching the ban on non-essential travel due to Coronavirus. Having been reported for visiting...
Apr 10, 2020
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Australian Government commits $27 million relief package for the arts
With the sector massively impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic, the Australian Government has announced a $27 million funding package to support regional arts, First Nations...
Apr 9, 2020
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New Zealand Health Minister demoted following lockdown breaking mountain bike ride and beach visit
New Zealand Health Minister David Clark has been demoted after ignoring the country’s lockdown rules on two occasions - once driving his family to a beach 20 kilometres from his...
Apr 8, 2020
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Fears tourism businesses may not be eligible for JobKeeper payments
Having been inundated by concerns from small and regional tourism businesses, Tourism Council WA has shared fears that tourism businesses may may not be eligible for JobKeeper...
Apr 7, 2020
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Auckland's Spark Arena becomes huge foodbank during Coronavirus lockdown
Spark Arena, New Zealand's largest indoor venue, has been transformed into a foodbank to help feed thousands of households going hungry during the country’s Coronavirus...
Apr 6, 2020
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Sunshine Coast Council gives ‘final warning’ on need to avoid crowding in parks and on beaches
Amid concerns about people ignoring advice to stay at home and to avoid crowding and gathering in groups - even when exercising - Sunshine Coast Council has reminded residents...
Apr 6, 2020
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Popular Gold Coast beaches to be closed after Coronavirus rules ignored
The Gold Coast City Council has announced that it will take the extraordinary step of closing popular local beaches at The Spit, Surfers Paradise and Coolangatta after thousands...
Apr 6, 2020
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Vale: Sports administrator Andrea Mitchell
Sports administrator and former Western Australian Government Minister Andrea Mitchell has died at the age of 64 as a result of a longtime heart condition. A physical education...
Apr 6, 2020
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Attractions shut again in Shanghai
With a number of visitor attractions and worksites having reopened across China over recent weeks, authorities have decided to close indoor tourist attractions once again in...
Apr 4, 2020
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Confusion as courses ignore Golf Australia advice and remain open
After four days of confusion how the Coronavirus restrictions apply to the operation of golf courses, Golf Australia, has released a statement outlining its position, in which...
Apr 3, 2020
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Royal Life Saving welcomes JobKeeper payments as a ‘$700 million lifeline’ for aquatic facilities and swim schools
Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has released an estimation that the Australian Government’s JobKeeper payment “represents a $700 million lifeline for many businesses and...
Apr 3, 2020
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Former ASM Global executive voted on to Brisbane City Council
Former ASM Global (Asia Pacific) Communications Manager, Greg Adermann has been elected as the Pullenvale Ward Councillor with the Brisbane City Council. Adermann resigned from...
Apr 3, 2020
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Latest Australia Council funding announcements sees key organisations overlooked
The Australia Council's latest funding announcement has seen companies and events including Melbourne’s La Mama Theatre and the Sydney Writers' Festival lose out on financial...
Apr 2, 2020
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ATIC supports $130 billion JobKeeper package
The Australian Tourism Industry Council (ATIC) has strongly backed the Federal Government’s $130 billion JobKeeper package. ATIC represents thousands of local tourism...
Mar 31, 2020
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Australian Government launches $130 billion ‘JobKeeper’ wage subsidy
In response to the significant economic and social impact from the coronavirus, the Australian Government has launched the ‘JobKeeper’ scheme - a $130 billion initiative which...
Mar 30, 2020
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Tasmanian sports organisations to get financial assistance from state Government
The Tasmanian has announced that it is to support grassroots Tasmanian sports organisations "through these difficult times" with $2 million in grant s to ensure their continuity...
Mar 29, 2020
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New Australian Government regulations demand public gatherings of no more than two people
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has tonight advised of new regulations to restrict the spread of Coronavirus that include the restrictions of public gatherings to no...
Mar 29, 2020
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Major entertainment promoters call for Australian Government support through Coronavirus crisis
Australia’s largest live entertainment companies Live Nation, Frontier Touring, Chugg Entertainment and TEG have submitted an open letter to Australian Prime Minister Scott...
Mar 27, 2020
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ExerciseNZ disappointed that New Zealand Government allows delivery of alcohol and cigarettes but not exercise equipment
Richard Beddie, Chief Executive of the Exercise Association of New Zealand (ExerciseNZ) has expressed his "extreme disappointment" that the New Zealand Government is allowing...
Mar 26, 2020
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Viva Leisure sheds more than 1,000 staff in 48 hours
Leading fitness facility operator Viva-Leisure has been forced to stand-down or let go more than 1,000 staff members in a 48 hour period this week as Government measures to halt...
Mar 26, 2020
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