Live: New coronavirus restrictions start from today as authorities warn of tough penalties

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Top Stories Live: New coronavirus restrictions start from today as authorities warn of tough penalties New restrictions limiting the number of people allowed to gather in public came into effect overnight, with state and territory leaders vowing to crack down on those flouting the rules. Follow live. The numbers that experts argue justify COVID-19 crackdown in NSW From today, police in NSW have the power to issue on-the-spot fines of $1,000 to anyone congregating in groups of three or more. Here are the numbers health authorities argue justify the crackdown. Singapore has been held up as a model in the coronavirus fight. Here's five strategies it is using Before Singapore had even confirmed its first COVID-19 case, it already had a testing regime in place. But despite the nation's initial success, experts are asking if it can hold covonavirus at bay indefinitely. Coronavirus update: Indian officials blast migrants with disinfectant Migrant workers in India are drenched with disinfectant by health workers wielding high-pressure hoses, while in Spain, confirmed COVID-19 cases surpass China's. The next red zones. Which countries could see coronavirus infection rates skyrocket? What regions might be at risk, and what are the conditions that could hasten the spread of disease or deepen its impact? Nurse fears she spread coronavirus after not being told about infected patient for days A home-care nurse who says she repeatedly treated a man later diagnosed with coronavirus fears she could have infected dozens of other patients, as carers for the elderly and people with disabilities speak out about a dire lack of masks and other protective equipment. Coronavirus fears on board Australia's largest warship ahead of training mission Sailors preparing for a month-long voyage on board the Navy's largest warship say they're nervous about the threat of a coronavirus outbreak at sea. Opinion: Try not to get a toothache for the next few months — my colleagues and I won't be able to help I am an oral surgeon but I have cancelled all my appointments with people seeking elective surgery, writes Krati Garg. Employer or employee, here's what the Government's JobKeeper program means for you The JobKeeper program was the centrepiece of the Government's $130 billion package to try to help employers and employees weather the coronavirus storm. Here's how it works. Amid the coronavirus shock, are Aussie banks safe? It's the sharpest and swiftest economic downturn anyone alive has seen, bearing down as Australia has one of the highest household debt levels in the world. So, does it spell big trouble for the banks? Analysis and Opinion Have you seen images of coronavirus? They're based on a half-truth Simon Weaving AFL and NRL clubs say they need you, but post-coronavirus will you still need them? By Offsiders columnist Richard Hinds Try not to get a toothache for the next few months — my colleagues and I won't be able to help By Krati Garg Wages plan gives us a fighting chance — but it has pockets of perverse incentives By Danielle Wood and Brendan Coates World Trump backs down on Easter reboot, extending social distancing by another month   Plane explodes on take-off, killing medical team and patient bound for Japan   Coronavirus update: Tokyo Games schedule new dates, New York death toll hits 1,000   Australia Backpackers left homeless, broke and stranded in Australia by coronavirus   Surviving across the ditch: The silent struggle of Kiwis living in Australia   What a hoot: The adventures of one of Australia's youngest scientists   Business Amid the coronavirus shock, are Aussie banks safe?   Employer or employee, here's what the Government's JobKeeper program means for you   Rugby Australia CEO takes 50 per cent pay cut as coronavirus hits game's finances   Politics Surviving across the ditch: The silent struggle of Kiwis living in Australia   Coronavirus drives trainers to get creative with online fitness opportunities   SA Health rejects Indigenous elders' request to leave remote lands during coronavirus outbreak   Sport AFL secures financial lifeline from banks as coronavirus impact hits home   NRL gives clubs $2.5 million each to survive coronavirus crisis   Rugby Australia CEO takes 50 per cent pay cut as coronavirus hits game's finances   Arts and Entertainment With casinos and TABs closed, problem gamblers find other ways to lose their money   Yoda the green sea turtle returns to the wild — 30kg heavier   Pole dancing, embroidery and cake decorating — these Queensland blokes do them all   Health Backpackers left homeless, broke and stranded in Australia by coronavirus   Live: NSW Now: Student emergency response workers 'may put lives at risk'   Coronavirus drives trainers to get creative with online fitness opportunities   Science and Technology What a hoot: The adventures of one of Australia's youngest scientists   Have you seen images of coronavirus? They're based on a half-truth   Australian-designed artificial intelligence set to aid diagnosis of coronavirus   Environment What a hoot: The adventures of one of Australia's youngest scientists   Everyone is buying rice — so why is Australia's biggest rice company struggling?   Belgium-based company to be prosecuted over alleged acid leak at Port Pirie lead smelter       Follow Us     The ABC sent this message to bsamad2007.adnan@blogger.com these details are included to help provide assurance that this is a genuine email from ABC. Any personal details and data acquired by the ABC from your participation in any ABC Online Services will be used only in accordance with the ABC's Privacy Policy. 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