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PM edition, Wednesday, April 8, 2020

Universities, schools could be first to reopen

Andrew Barr hinted at a potential exit strategy for the ACT after NSW flagged the possibility of relaxing some restrictions as soon as May.

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New data shows effect of lockdowns

Movement in retail and recreation areas in the ACT was down by 40 per cent compared to baseline levels in previous months.

New coronavirus cases take ACT total to 99

One has been linked to overseas travel while the other new case acquired the virus though close contacts.

What you can and can't do this Easter long weekend

Easter is usually a time to come together, but this year will be different. So what can, and can't, you do this long weekend?

Government turns its back on public service expertise

Subscriber only: Now advice comes mainly from ministerial staff, consultants, lobby groups and task forces, writes Stephen Bartos.

More than 200,000 register for welfare

It is likely almost one million Australians will now be receiving the Job Seeker payment as industries are forced to scale back.

Canberrans to access new COVID-19 helpline

People can access advice, request assistance and also report non-compliance through the newly established hotline.

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Artist's stunning tribute to our front-line workers

The Canberra artist and public servant wanted to recognise the efforts of those fighting the pandemic.

Krofne keeps business rolling with sweet deal

The social enterprise pivots to keep vulnerable Canberrans in meaningful work, going online and offering contactless delivery.

Leyshon is Mallaluka's young gun of wine

After losing the year's harvest due to smoke taint and now battling the repercussions of coronavirus, he can still see some humour in 2020.

Dilemmas rather than solutions

Subscriber only: Dealing with emergencies poses questions for government - like what cost for saving a human life can we bear.

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