coronavirus Coronavirus update: Boris Johnson to announce next phase of UK's lockdown plan as Brazil hits new record for COVID-19 deaths By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 05:37:11 +1000 The UK Government will reveal the next "very cautious" phase of its plan to deal with the fallout from coronavirus, Brazil registers 10,222 new cases in one day, and Donald Trump says he isn't worried about a spread of the virus in the White House after a Mike Pence aide tests positive. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases COVID-19
coronavirus Any possible step four on Government's road out of coronavirus 'is too far in the future' to predict, Deputy CMO says By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 06:41:56 +1000 Deputy Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly says it is too far in the future to speculate on when life will get close to normal in Australia as the country looks to lift restrictions in stages. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases COVID-19
coronavirus 'An ominous sign': Sydney arts institution 'the first' to go as the coronavirus effect spreads By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 07:33:54 +1000 Theatres and art galleries around the country are on high alert after the NSW Government decision to withhold an annual grant from Australia's biggest multi-arts venue, Carriageworks, forcing it to appoint administrators. Full Article Arts and Entertainment Theatre COVID-19 Opera and Musical Theatre Epidemics and Pandemics
coronavirus Hobart has never been much of a cycling city, but coronavirus is changing that By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 09:32:06 +1000 Tasmania's spaghetti soup of road shoulders, painted green lanes, shared-use paths and recreational tracks frustrates cyclists on a daily basis, but with usage on the rise advocates are hoping change is on the way. Full Article Local Government Cycling Community and Society Federal - State Issues COVID-19
coronavirus WA records no new coronavirus cases for ninth time in 10 days, as research fund launched By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 13:50:35 +1000 No new COVID-19 cases were recorded as the State Government announced a multi-million-dollar medical research fund to tackle the disease. Full Article COVID-19 Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Diseases and Disorders Health
coronavirus How travel will resume around Australia as coronavirus restrictions ease By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 14:27:51 +1000 With any overseas adventures off the table for a while, Australians will be dreaming of escaping the shutdown and heading out for a holiday. Here's how every state and territory plans to get people travelling again. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases COVID-19 Travel and Tourism Tourism
coronavirus NSW announces plan to ease coronavirus restrictions, but won't be following all National Cabinet measures By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sun, 10 May 2020 00:28:40 +1000 New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian will announce the plan to start relaxing lock down restrictions from Friday, but local and regional travel is not yet back on the menu. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Health Community and Society
coronavirus At least 14 people test positive for coronavirus following outbreak at Victorian psychiatric facility By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 09:30:58 +1000 Victorian health authorities are investigating a coronavirus outbreak at a private psychiatric facility which has resulted in at least 14 confirmed cases of the virus so far. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Health Government and Politics States and Territories Respiratory Diseases
coronavirus Three more test positive to coronavirus in Victoria as cases linked to psychiatric clinic rise to 15 By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 14:42:45 +1000 The number of new coronavirus cases recorded in Victoria remains low, but authorities are still concerned about a growing cluster at a private psychiatric clinic. Full Article Health Diseases and Disorders COVID-19 Government and Politics Federal Government State Parliament States and Territories Health Policy Disease Outbreak Respiratory Diseases Doctors and Medical Professionals State of Emergency Emergency Care
coronavirus Victorian coronavirus death toll rises to 17 as school children urged to get tested By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 09:49:28 +1000 The Chief Health Officer encourages more school-aged children to be tested for coronavirus to see if the advice around schools need to change. The call comes as a man aged in his 90s dies in a Victorian hospital, bringing the state's COVID-19 death toll to 17. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Health Infectious Diseases (Other) Secondary Schools Public Schools Schools Education States and Territories State Parliament Parliament Liberals Political Parties Government and Politics
coronavirus Remember the bushfires? Survivors feel forgotten because of coronavirus By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 12:40:18 +1000 Those who suffered devastating loss in the January bushfires say they didn't have time to rebuild before the coronavirus came along and dealt them another crippling blow. Full Article Disasters and Accidents Emergency Incidents COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders
coronavirus Country zoos given 95 million reasons to smile thanks to coronavirus package By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 13:22:13 +1000 Zoo owners in Victoria have welcomed the Federal Government's assistance package, but some fear they will not be eligible for the emergency funding. Full Article Zoos COVID-19
coronavirus These swim teachers feel they're the 'forgotten' service during the coronavirus shutdown By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 06:08:03 +1000 There are warnings Australia could experience a spike in drownings if swimming centres are forced to close because of the coronavirus shutdown, with predictions one in five swim schools around the country will close their doors for good. Full Article Disasters and Accidents Government and Politics COVID-19
coronavirus ‘You feel like you're writing history': ABC journalist Richard Willingham on covering coronavirus By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 13:09:23 +1000 Victoria's state political reporter Richard Willingham tells of a dramatic week during the COVID-19 pandemic when everything changed, and the particular challenges of reporting a story unlike any other he's covered. Full Article
coronavirus Calls for Victorian deputy health chief to resign after comparing Captain Cook to coronavirus By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 15:57:45 +1000 The Victorian Opposition is calling for Deputy Chief Health Officer Annaliese van Diemen to resign over her comments comparing the "terror" of COVID-19 to Captain Cook's arrival in Australia. Full Article Government and Politics Health COVID-19
coronavirus Calls for private health sector to hand back 'very substantial unexpected profit' during coronavirus By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 17:16:57 +1000 A health industry expert is calling on federal authorities to oversee the return of windfall profits, as customers negotiate with insurers to save money. Full Article COVID-19 Health Insurance Health Policy Government and Politics Health Health Administration Doctors and Medical Professionals Healthcare Clinic
coronavirus Here's what you can and can't do this weekend as coronavirus rules are eased across the country By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 05:28:42 +1000 Across many states and territories, the coronavirus restrictions keeping people at home are finally being relaxed. Here are the things allowed as the country slowly opens back up. Full Article COVID-19 Community and Society Diseases and Disorders Health National Parks Conservation Environment Epidemics and Pandemics
coronavirus Coronavirus is causing havoc, but it's also a chance to envision a better future By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 08:26:53 +1000 To really understand how this pandemic is impacting all of us, and what we can do about it, we should look to social sciences and the humanities. They have a lot to offer — in ways that might surprise you. Full Article Academic Research Epidemics and Pandemics Globalisation - Society Media Social Media Diseases Anthropology and Sociology History Religion and Beliefs Human Interest Research Organisations Science and Technology Diseases and Disorders COVID-19 Health
coronavirus PM says Victorian official's comments comparing Captain Cook to coronavirus 'very disappointing' By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 10:06:59 +1000 The Prime Minister weighs into the debate on a tweet by Victoria's Deputy Chief Health Officer while the state's Premier says there are "far more important matters to talk about". Full Article COVID-19 Lockdown Health Respiratory Diseases Disease Outbreak Epidemics and Pandemics Healthcare Facilities Government and Politics Housing Health Policy Health Administration Aged Care
coronavirus Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews responds to the state's Deputy Chief Health Officer's tweet comparing coronavirus to Captain Cook's arrival in Australia. By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 12:25:20 +1000 Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews responds to the state's Deputy Chief Health Officer's tweet comparing coronavirus to Captain Cook's arrival in Australia at a press conference on May 1, 2020. Full Article Epidemics and Pandemics Infectious Diseases (Other)
coronavirus Judge orders coronavirus risk assessment of Melbourne prison By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 15:42:11 +1000 Supreme Court Justice Timothy Ginnane orders a COVID-19 risk assessment be undertaken at Port Phillip Prison after finding there was a prima facie case prison authorities breached their duty of care. Full Article Courts and Trials Law Crime and Justice Prisons and Punishment COVID-19 Health
coronavirus Cluster of coronavirus cases discovered at Melbourne abattoir as paramedic tests positive By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 02 May 2020 13:58:47 +1000 The number of coronavirus cases in Victoria continues to inch up as a paramedic tests positive to the virus and health authorities investigate a cluster at a meat processing plant. Full Article COVID-19 Lockdown Health Alcohol Gambling Respiratory Diseases Disease Outbreak Epidemics and Pandemics Healthcare Facilities Government and Politics Health Policy Health Administration
coronavirus Victoria sees biggest coronavirus tally jump in a fortnight as school closed and abattoir cluster grows By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sun, 03 May 2020 10:52:34 +1000 Health Minister Jenny Mikakos announces that Epping's Meadowglen Primary School will be closed for three days as the state confirms 13 new coronavirus cases. Full Article COVID-19 Lockdown Health Respiratory Diseases Disease Outbreak Public Schools Schools Education Epidemics and Pandemics Government and Politics Health Policy Health Administration
coronavirus 'Cataclysmic': This data reveals how we dodged a coronavirus catastrophe By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 06:03:27 +1000 For now, Australia appears to have kept the virus in check and avoided a full-blown coronavirus crisis. This data shows how we did it. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Diseases and Disorders Respiratory Diseases Disease Control Medical Sciences Government and Politics Diseases
coronavirus Coronavirus cluster at Melbourne abattoir jumps to 34 cases, but 'not a risk' to public By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 09:06:22 +1000 Victoria's COVID-19 tally continues on its steepest climb in a fortnight, as Premier Daniel Andrews reveals 13,000 people were screened for the virus in the state's testing blitz on Sunday. Full Article COVID-19 Lockdown Health Respiratory Diseases Disease Outbreak Public Schools Schools Education Epidemics and Pandemics Government and Politics Health Policy Health Administration
coronavirus 22 new confirmed coronavirus cases in Victoria overnight By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 09:40:19 +1000 There have been 22 new confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Victoria overnight bringing the states total to 1406 Full Article Epidemics and Pandemics
coronavirus Coronavirus cluster at Melbourne meatworks grows again, showing COVID-19 battle 'far from over' By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 09:37:07 +1000 Victoria records 17 new coronavirus cases including 11 linked to a cluster at a Melbourne meat processing plant. It comes as Treasurer Tim Pallas announces $491 million in tax relief for Victorian businesses. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Health Schools Education Respiratory Diseases Federal Government Government and Politics Politics and Government
coronavirus Victoria records 17 new cases of coronavirus with 11 linked to a meatworks in Brooklyn. By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 10:12:45 +1000 Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas says Victoria has recorded 17 new cases of coronavirus overnight with 11 of them linked to meat processing plant Cedar Meats in Broolyn, May 5, 2020. Full Article States and Territories Epidemics and Pandemics Health Policy Health Administration Healthcare Clinic Healthcare Facilities Respiratory Diseases Federal - State Issues State Parliament
coronavirus Coronavirus testing enters 'blitz mode' in Ballarat and Warrnambool By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 11:21:50 +1000 New COVID-19 testing clinics have opened in Warrnambool and Ballarat as the Victorian Government continues its push to surpass 200,000 tests by May 11. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Healthcare Clinic Healthcare Facilities Health
coronavirus Victoria has recorded 17 new cases of coronavirus with 11 linked to a meat processing facility. By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 12:11:45 +1000 Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas also announced additional tax relief for families and businesses impacted by pandemic lockdown measures, May 5, 2020. Full Article Epidemics and Pandemics Government and Politics Health Policy Health Administration Forms of Government Federal - State Issues State Parliament States and Territories Tax Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Diseases and Disorders Welfare
coronavirus 'Virus carriers': Woman's racist tirade caught on camera in latest coronavirus hate incident By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 04:39:05 +1000 Melbourne tea shop manager Jennifer Li recorded a stranger hurling racially charged taunts at her when she tried to defend herself and customers who were wearing facemasks. Full Article Law Crime and Justice Crime COVID-19 Race Relations Police
coronavirus Regional airports 'slipping through the cracks' as coronavirus hits industry By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 06:59:49 +1000 The busiest airport in regional Victoria has laid off more than half its workforce and has lost 95 per cent of its revenue — but says it isn't eligible for government programs like the JobKeeper allowance. Full Article Health Diseases and Disorders COVID-19 Business Economics and Finance Industry Air Transport Rural Regional
coronavirus Coronavirus cluster at Melbourne meatworks grows as aged care homes in lockdown By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 08:48:07 +1000 A cluster of coronavirus cases at a Melbourne meatworks rises to 49, as two Victorian aged care homes go into lockdown after workers test positive to the virus. Full Article COVID-19 Health Government and Politics Federal - State Issues States and Territories
coronavirus Victorian Government announces support for casual public sector employees amid coronavirus pandemic By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 12:01:13 +1000 Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas says casual public sector workers who have lost their jobs due to coronavirus will receive fortnightly payments if $1500, May 6, 2020. Full Article Epidemics and Pandemics Welfare
coronavirus Coronavirus restrictions are still in place so why does it look like life is returning to normal? By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 05:51:54 +1000 If you thought there were a lot more people around lately, you're not wrong. More and more people are out on the streets in Melbourne, anticipating an easing of coronavirus restrictions once the State of Emergency ends on May 11. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Health Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases States and Territories State Parliament Parliament Government and Politics Community and Society Lifestyle
coronavirus Bacchus Marsh aged care residents return negative coronavirus tests By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 15:25:39 +1000 Residents at a Victorian aged care facility where a staff member tested positive for coronavirus earlier this week have been given the all-clear. Full Article COVID-19 Aged Care Epidemics and Pandemics
coronavirus Parts of Australia are relaxing coronavirus restrictions. Here's what's changing where you live By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 18:31:33 +1000 Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced the National Cabinet's plan to reopen Australia, but it will be up to each state and territory to decide how to roll it out. Here's what will change (or not) where you live. Full Article COVID-19 Scott Morrison
coronavirus Teacher in coronavirus self-quarantine continues Darwin classes via video link By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 05 Feb 2020 20:18:13 +1100 A teacher having just returned from China still holds lessons while in precautionary quarantine by using technology that's educating in more ways than one. Full Article Offbeat Travel Health and Safety Environmental Health Religious Schools Distance Education Education Industry Mathematics Education Technical Internet Technology TV Technology
coronavirus Googling the coronavirus By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sun, 22 Mar 2020 06:05:32 +1100 What would you reach for in the midst of a pandemic? A cursory look at what the world is googling tells vastly disparate stories about how people are coping with the coronavirus outbreak. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Emergency Planning World Politics Internet Culture Epidemics and Pandemics Offbeat COVID-19
coronavirus An overview of coronavirus-related search terms on Google as at March 17, 2020 By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sun, 22 Mar 2020 06:05:32 +1100 Full Article Internet Culture Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Emergency Planning Offbeat World Politics
coronavirus Farmer doesn't let coronavirus squash his giant pumpkin strides By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 24 Mar 2020 07:55:53 +1100 Sorell farmer Shane Newitt put six months of love into his giant pumpkin to compete at the Bream Creek Show, but its cancellation hasn't stopped him showing it off. Full Article Offbeat Vegetable Fruit Nuts Vegetables Vegetable Gardens Human Interest
coronavirus Bearded police told to lose the fuzz during coronavirus pandemic By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 11 Apr 2020 06:00:59 +1000 Queensland law enforcement are undergoing a close shave of their own after being directed to shave for potential close-fitting masks to protect against coronavirus. Full Article Police Emergency Care Infectious Diseases (Other) Offbeat Doctors and Medical Professionals Health COVID-19
coronavirus Plane spotting flies in the face of coronavirus lockdowns By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 06:33:26 +1000 You'd think you need to go outside for plane spotting, but enthusiasts are adapting to coronavirus in surprising ways. Full Article COVID-19 Air Transport Offbeat Social Distancing People Internet Culture
coronavirus Captain Tom tops UK charts in time for his 100th birthday with coronavirus hit single By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 07:20:08 +1000 Captain Tom Moore, the British Army veteran who raised more than $55 million for Britain's National Health Service, tops the UK music charts with a cover of You'll Never Walk Alone. Full Article Music Arts and Entertainment Opera and Musical Theatre Music Awards Human Interest Offbeat COVID-19
coronavirus CBI hails manufacturing ‘business heroes’ stepping up to tackle coronavirus By www.logisticsit.com Published On :: Local businesses are finding practical ways to alleviate the impact of the pandemic on their communities. 2M Group in Cheshire, Croda International Plc in East Yorkshire and Nice-Pak in Flintshire, Wales are just some of the manufacturing firms involved in this campaign, each offering their help to protect lives and the economy from the effects of the crisis. Full Article
coronavirus 'A lot of pressure on us': How coronavirus impacts tennis players' livelihoods By www.thescore.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:00:43 +0000 Full Article
coronavirus WTA Tour suspends play until May 2 amid coronavirus pandemic By www.thescore.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 16:08:51 +0000 Full Article
coronavirus Oregon Restaurants Adapt To Survive Amid Coronavirus Restrictions By www.opb.org Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Few large sectors have been hit as hard by the coronavirus-related economic fallout as restaurants, bars and coffee shops. Many have closed temporarily. Some have shifted to delivery or to-go orders. An increasing number are closing permanently. Full Article
coronavirus 'Capital in the Twenty-First Century' director explains the post-coronavirus economy: 'I think the damage is done' By www.yahoo.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 19:10:01 -0400 When director Justin Pemberton began screening his new documentary at film festivals in 2019, the movie’s warnings of another financial meltdown seemed like a far-off problem. But then the coronavirus pandemic sent the global economy into a tailspin. Full Article
coronavirus Reopening Hollywood: Kurt Sutter On How To Bring Back TV Dramas After Coronavirus Shutdown By www.yahoo.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 12:34:45 -0400 Editors’ Note: Deadline’s latest series, Reopening Hollywood, focuses on the incredibly complicated effort to get the industry back on its feet while ensuring the safety of everyone involved. Our goal is to examine numerous sides of the business and provide forum for leaders in Hollywood who have a vision for how production could safely restart in the […] Full Article