News: Government

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 home…

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Apr 8, 2020 Government / Legal / Recreation / Wellness /

 
 

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 payments.…

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Apr 7, 2020 Attractions / Finance / Government / Tourism /

 
 

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…

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Apr 7, 2020 Government / Venues / Wellness /

 
 

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 of the need…

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Apr 7, 2020 Fitness / Government / Legal / Parks / Recreation /

 
 

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 of people…

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Apr 7, 2020 Government / Legal / Parks / Recreation / Wellness /

 
 

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 teacher…

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Apr 6, 2020 Government / Sport /

 
 

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 Shanghai.…

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Apr 5, 2020 Attractions / Government / Tourism / Wellness /

 
 

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 it…

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Apr 3, 2020 ByNigel Benton Golf / Government / Wellness /

 
 

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