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PM edition, Friday, March 20, 2020

ACT confirms two more cases of coronavirus, taking territory tally to six

The two latest cases in the territory are men who recently returned from overseas.

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Eating in and supporting Canberra's restaurants

Canberra's restaurants, cafes, bars and catering services are thinking of new ways to keep feeding Canberra despite coronavirus restrictions.

Banks hand loan lifeline to small business

The big four banks will suspend small business loan repayments for six months to guard against the economic tsunami of coronavirus.

Push for HECS scheme with zero-interest loans

"The alternative is to let the economy to crash and burn," prominent economist, professor Warwick McKibbin said.

NAPLAN tests canned for 2020

Education ministers made the decision to bin the NAPLAN tests at a meeting today due to the coronavirus.

New 4 square metre social distancing rule

Restaurants, bars, pubs and other venues are now being forced to comply with an indoor limit of one person for every four square metres.

ACT coronavirus stimulus: what's in it for you

The $137 million package is the first phase to protect as many jobs as possible and support households and businesses.

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Million Paws Walk organisers take a new lead

The much-loved walk will not be going ahead as a public safety precaution. But you can still do your own walk and fundraise.

The stories you NEED in your life right now

Enjoy a five-minute break from the world falling apart and then share with your friends so they can enjoy, too.

Lawyer wants world to see Scott footage

Subscriber only: Curtis Scott was arrested following Australia Day celebrations, but his lawyer is confident video footage would help.

Tickled pink: Darters relish ANL return

Georgia Clayden is as excited as anyone to be donning the iconic pink Darters kit when the club returns to the ANL this year.

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