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Virus cancellations leave Airbnb hosts nervous | |
| A Newcastle woman who owns three properties for rent on Airbnb says bookings have nosedived amid coronavirus fears.
Nikki Correia said cancellations came "immediately" after the Federal Government's announcement that people arriving from overseas would need to isolate for 14 days. | |
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Parents gearing up to home tutor if schools close | |
| Parents with experience of homeschooling say juggling work and social isolation are the hardest parts for newcomers.
They have offered tips for parents on what to do if they have to keep kids at home. | |
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Coronavirus, bushfires create 'perfect storm' for charities | |
| Australian charities have told the Federal Government they are facing an "existential" challenge from coronavirus.
One national food charity warns it could be forced to close its doors within the month without support. | |
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Human-to-animal transmission of coronavirus 'unlikely' | |
| Experts say the possibility of coronavirus spreading through key livestock industries appears small. But livestock industries have been told to exercise caution anyway.
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What people are talking about on Facebook | - A Newcastle granddad who turned a leaky boat into a playground swing for his granddaughter sparked a wave of stories about upcycling around the home.
- The vast majority of people we asked said they were not #WorkingFromHome because of coronavirus, but those who were shared photos of their innovative set-ups.
- This random-act-of-kindness story about a Melbourne woman who helped an elderly man with his shopping in the midst of supermarket panic buying prompted others to share tales of kindness.
- New coronavirus cases in the Hunter New England Health District saw many people pleading with others in the community to self isolate.
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The best audio bits of the week | - Meals On Wheels needs you to register for a back-up workforce. Dan and Jenny spoke to Newcastle Meals on Wheels general manager Damien Isaacs (pictured) about contingencies for if and when existing volunteers need to self-isolate due to the coronavirus.
- Worried about food shortages? Paul Turton spoke to Gardening Australia host Costa Georgiadis about what you can put in the garden to make sure you've got fresh produce for coming 'months' of the pandemic.
- The show must go on! Kia Handley spoke to Julia Giolzetti from a virtual theatre group called Sofa Shakespeare, which has hundreds of people around the world signing up to take part in digital performances.
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What else made news this week? | |
| Monday: Scone and Murrurundi residents were told to boil water after recent heavy rainfall caused problems with effective water treatment in the Glenbawn Dam catchment.
Tuesday: The NSW Government unveiled a $2.3 billion package in response to the coronavirus pandemic, including $700 million for health funding and $1.6 billion in economic stimulus measures.
Wednesday: A Newcastle man and woman were charged over an alleged attempted murder and robbery in Sydney last month. A vehicle was seized from Tighes Hill last week and a 42-year-old man and 28-year-old woman were arrested in Mayfield.
Thursday: The Newcastle Jets confirmed their next two matches will go ahead and be played behind closed doors. The first is tomorrow night on the Gold Coast against Brisbane Roar, and then at Hunter Stadium for a home game on Monday to play Melbourne City. | |
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