Tag: Covid-19 lockdown

After two weeks of restrictions, another two weeks of lockdown has kicked in for metro Melbourne. Nightly curfew from 9pm.

While lockdowns are associated with mental and other health issues, the greater danger is in not having them, Aussie-led researchers say.

Joint State and Federal assistance package will be a ‘lifeline’ for thousands of businesses in Sydney and help preserve jobs.

As the city readies for another grim week of lockdown, at least one business body wants a targeted JobKeeper program reintroduced.

Dismayed retail body believes the seven-day lockdown will cost the state over a billion dollars in lost retail trade alone.

As the UK’s lockdown eases over Easter, the Brits are rushing to celebrate with extra Easter eggs and hot-cross buns, among other things.

Lack of structure and isolation from social contact during lockdown put pressure on people’s wellbeing, NZ psychologists find.

The aim is to prepare for ‘a safe and happy return’ to favourite shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants, beaches and other summer activities.

Closed showrooms, lockdowns and the Brexit hangover see Brit motorists keep their wallets tightly shut and car sales at their worst since 1959.

Perth and Peel regions still have tougher regulations than before, but the South West returns to the same level as pre-lockdown.

Social isolation and financial stress were big drivers of increased domestic violence in Australian homes during pandemic, researchers say.