Pubs across NSW will benefit from the latest round of virus shutdown support measures, bringing relief in commercial tenancies and licensing fees. NSW is the first state to put into practice measures outlined by the Federal Government’s mandatory code of conduct for commercial tenancies for the period of the pandemic, released earlier this month and […]
Having stampeded across daily life in Australia for the past month, occupying 95 per cent of news, many people and businesses are turning to the question of when the COVID-19 restrictions will be relaxed and the economy restarted. Australia seems to be trending a steady downward number of new cases each day, indicating the ratcheted
On Monday the Federal Government released the third instalment of its economic disaster relief measures, adding another $130 billion over six months, and bringing much-needed security for employers and employees across the country. The linchpin of the economic weapons is the ‘JobKeeper’ payment, designed for businesses that have experienced a downturn of 30 per cent
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As the coronavirus pandemic plays out, some are questioning whether attempts to ‘flatten the curve’ come at a cost that is ultimately higher than the proclaimed crisis deserves … is the cure potentially worse than the disease? Across the country mandatory containment measures to slow the spread of Covid-19 are setting in, first forcing closure
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Stage Two of the Federal Government’s restriction measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 come into effect midnight (tonight) 25 March, as licensed venues scramble to find their place. The Stage Two measures see restrictions and closures of virtually all public sites, from amusement arcades to yoga classes. Weddings are capped at five people, funerals
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In a further bid to slow the spread of COVID-19, the Federal Government yesterday announced all pubs to shut down from noon, Monday 23 March, necessitating dramatic decisions and minimal options for the industry. The decree mandated that all restaurants and cafes will be restricted to takeaway and/or home delivery. It has now been confirmed
20 March, 8pm TIGHTER RESTRICTIONS INSIDE VENUES The Prime Minister this afternoon announced tougher restrictions for indoor gatherings to help curb the spread of COVID-19, further tightening the noose on hospitality and the economy. Addressing the press, Scott Morrison flagged new measures dictating indoor capacity limits of one person per four square metres. The PM
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COVID-19 UPDATE: The Federal government has issued a ban on non-essential indoor gatherings of more than 100 people, in its latest initiative to curb the spread of the disease The announcement is expected to impact the business of hospitality nationally, although smaller, regional and suburban pubs stand to fare better than many other businesses. There
In the immediate future the COVID-19 virus will continue to severely impact business and the economy, but there are measures operators can take to mitigate the potential damage going forward. While the level of panic makes it seem the world is ending, in the long run most businesses will survive. Some will eventually be better
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