Adelaide's coronavirus (COVID-19) cases increase to 253, bringing the total nationwide count over 2,810 cases
Government Announces Additional Welfare Payments
The Australian Government has announced welfare payment increases of $550 to combat the loss of jobs and ensure welfare for Australians, with a minimum of $20,000 being granted to businesses to keep on staff and pay bills.
Government Places Restrictions on Gatherings
Essential gatherings must restrict the number of people present to:
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500 for outdoor gatherings
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100 for indoor gatherings
Many countries have been enforcing mandatory curfews, allowing people only to travel for essential reasons. It’s likely that Australia may be forced into a similar situation as numbers continue to increase.