As of June 16th 2020, a total of 7,347 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Australia, including 102 deaths and 6,856 have been reported as recovered from COVID-19. Tod date 1,848,000 tests have been conducted nationally. Western Australia’s total wages dropped 10.7% between March 14 and May 30. Source
COVID-19
COVID-19 updates and resources collated and aggregated by the South West Smart Hub.
Austrade will provide weekly regional updates on the progression and impact of COVID-19 around the world, to support the international education sector as the situation continues to evolve. These reports are compiled using the latest on-the-ground information and advice. Source
The National Cabinet met today to further discuss Australia’s current COVID-19 response, easing restrictions in the coming months, helping Australians prepare to go back to work in a COVID-safe environment and getting the economy moving again. The Chief Medical Officer, Professor Brendan Murphy, provided an update on the measures underway, the latest data and medical […]
Updates and advice for learner drivers and supervisors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learners and supervisors are encouraged to assess their need to continue practising at this time. We are currently prioritising Practical Driving Assessments (PDAs) for essential workers and rescheduling cancelled bookings. Read our frequently asked questions below for more about getting your learner’s permit and learning to drive […]
The Department of Education, Skills and Employment has released international student data for March 2020. There were 626,052 international students on student visas for YTD March 2020, up 5.5% compared to 2019. See MIP Orbis for trends by sector and market. Source
The Australian Government has committed more than $4.7 million to provide small regional businesses affected by COVID-19 with access to free and confidential financial counselling. The service will also create jobs for small business financial counsellors and support workers and builds on the Australian Government’s previously announced support for regional aviation and air freight, export […]
A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on 11 June 2020 about a positive coronavirus test in a person who attended a protest in Victoria. Source
The Guardian reports on the current status of the worlds Governments, and what could potentially be the next step. After all the change and adapting over recent months, will the world ever go back to the way it was? Click HERE to read more
This statement from June 5th mentions the need for continued caution during the easing of restrictions in Australia, and the implementation of Phase 3 in Western Australia. Each and every Australian must play their part in keeping our nation in its current enviable place. Click HERE to view
While some businesses remain closed, accommodation, cafes, and restaurants are still operating in and around Bunbury and BunGeo. Some restrictions may still apply for large establishments. Click here for an up-to-date document outlining all currently open and operating establishments.
The Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes has established a “COVID-19 response group” in the hope of being prepared and having response actions if and when there is an up-scaling/intensification of COVID-19. Click HERE to view the latest Community Addresses from the Shire President and Deputy President.
Austrade will provide weekly regional updates on the progression and impact of COVID-19 around the world, to support the international education sector as the situation continues to evolve. These reports are compiled using the latest on-the-ground information and advice. Source
On April 23, vaccines-manufacturing company Indian Immunologicals Limited (IIL) has announced a tie up with researchers from Griffith University to develop a vaccine candidate for COVID-19. Source
This link shared a visual respresentation of COVID-19 in Australia since January 2020, including the total number of confirmed cases, recovered cases, deaths and new cases over the last few days. Click here to visit the site
While light is finally appearing at the end of the COVID-19 crisis tunnel, the Australian Government is working closer than ever before with states and territory governments, education providers and community organisations, to deliver support measures for our international student community. Source
As the coronavirus restrictions are easing more businesses are allowed to re-open their on-site operations. A key concern however is how does a business re-open while keeping employees and customers safe and preventing new COVID-19 outbreaks? This McKinsey article looks at the safety practices introduced by the many essential businesses like healthcare facilities, pharmacies, grocery […]
Despite the dislocation in world trade caused by pandemic lockdowns, Australia’s record on attracting investment helps keep our economy on strong foundations. Source
Austrade will provide weekly regional updates on the progression and impact of COVID-19 around the world, to support the international education sector as the situation continues to evolve. These reports are compiled using the latest on-the-ground information and advice. Source
The article is called “A physical doors close, new digital doors swing open. A content summary could be – In this story of the Australian consumer, McKinsey looks at Australian consumer sentiment in response to COVID-19 and takes a deeper look at how the Australian lockdown experience has created a new set of digital users […]
While light is finally appearing at the end of the COVID-19 crisis tunnel, the Australian Government is working closer than ever before with states and territory governments, education providers and community organisations, to deliver support measures for our international student community. Source