He didn’t wear a face mask on public transport and so he bit the police officer. He bit the police officer... with his mouth. He bit the police officer with his mouth several times and in several places.
Who are these people?
#facemasks #publictransport #police
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You don't expect this, do you? An afternoon down at the local pool ending in tragedy. In the midst of concerns about infections and local transmissions, are we missing the real risk and threat to life and wellbeing (ie, in the pool and on the roads)?
#swimming #swimmingpool #maitland #drowning #drowningprevention
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Girl 13, dies after being pulled from public swimming pool in NSW
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Police were called to the aquatic centre following reports a teenager was in trouble in the water.By now, everyone should know that they have to wear a face mask when they go to the shops. So do you think they intentionally went without a mask to look for trouble or to make a point? Why else would anyone one want to blatantly not comply (especially when presumably everyone else was)? They could have just stayed at home and be mask-less there in peace. Now they get to tell their story to the magistrate.
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #facemasks #publichealthorder #Arrest #police
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Two men accused of ASSAULTING POLICE after being asked to wear mask
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Two female police officers were conducting routine patrols at a Sydney shopping centre when they noticed two men were allegedly not wearing masks.It's how the new economy works isn't it? No shame in not being shameful when sex sells.
#neweconomy #INTERNET #bikini #SexSells
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Woman earning ‘heaps more money’ after tiny bikini backlash
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The NSW woman whose string bikini sparked debate over how women’s bodies are policed by others has revealed she’s earning “heaps more money” after her story ended “blowing up” on social me...Will you or won't you?
Misinformation (especially intentional and reckless rather than mistaken) is really sinister - why do people engage in it or celebrate someone else's misfortunate or demise caused by it? When it comes to important health and wellbeing related matters like the coronavirus and vaccines, misinformation has killed people. Yes, people have died because they've followed what they've read online by people who have intentionally mislead them or provided information in bad faith.
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #pandemic #vaccine #misinformation #socialmedia
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Australia braces for anti-vax nightmare
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Australians are being urged to be wary of online disinformation as the federal government prepares to rollout the COVID-19 vaccine next month.The Law Society of NSW article on the vaccine... it's coming. Can it be made mandatory?
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #vaccine #mandatory #lawsocietyofnsw
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A COVID-19 vaccine is coming: how mandatory could it be? - Law Society Journal
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Australians would have little room to protest if the government made vaccination mandatory under the federal Biosecurity Act.But is it available? This is the biggest problem with Aldi's Special Buys - if you read the comments and feedback on social media, people aren't happy. The sales frenzy quickly turns to disappointment when shoppers realise that there's limited or no stock available in stores. Is this still good marketing or just baiting?
#aldi #specialbuys #marketing #promotions #supermarket
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‘Amazing’ new feature in Aldi’s popular rocking chair Special Buys
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Aldi’s infamous rocking chair Special Buys is back – but this time it has got a whole new look.Would you buy just one?
#supermarket #coles #special #discount #groceries
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Coles shoppers left gobsmacked as popular buy is reduced to just ONE CENT
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Other bargain hunters said this wasn’t the only epic Christmas food markdown they’d seen at Coles stores in recent weeks.Ummm Tennys Sandgren tested positive for COVID-19 in November and again on Monday (!!!) but still permitted to attend the Australian Open and travel around Australia?
"he had recovered from a previous COVID-19 infection and is still shedding viral particles"
Oh well, the experts know best...
#covid #covid19 #coronavirus #australianopen #tennis
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Andy Murray's Australian Open in doubt after positive COVID test
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Chaos reigns ahead of the Australian Open with former men's number one Andy Murray and women's contender Madison Keys both testing positive for COVID-19 days before they were supposed to fly to Austra...Where there's a need...
#pet #travel #taxi
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Pets to take taxi by themselves with new service
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Animals across Australia can now catch a ride to their vet or grooming appointments without their owners with a new taxi service just for pets.At least it's an acknowledgement that despite quarantine, keeping the borders open (even with restrictions) means the virus still gets in. In other words, it can't be stopped without extreme measures.
Considering Sydney hasn't imposed a true lockdown (like in Melbourne and more recently Brisbane) or stopped international travellers, suggests that the benefits of not doing do continue to outweigh the risks (so far).
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #border #quarantine
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'Not going to be able to keep it out:' NSW Premier's grim warning about mutant COVID strain
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"We can’t stop that, we have to be honest and upfront about that," Gladys Berejiklian said.Is it right to say or assume that people who are unemployed or otherwise unengaged (and potentially receiving government benefits) are just lazing around and watching Netflix at home? If not, then why are some areas and industries experiencing shortage of labour?
Would reducing Jobseeker motivate people to take more responsibility for themselves?
#work #employment #unemployed #jobs #jobseeker #Netflix
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Acting PM to jobless: ‘Get off Netflix’
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Acting Prime Minister Michael McCormack has told unemployed Aussies to turn off Netflix and get a job in regional areas.Someone was stabbed over a fight about wearing face masks? For now, let's not get into a debate about whether the public health order is right or wrong. If businesses comply, then they can make face masks a condition of entry. If people refuse to, then they shouldn't enter or be allowed to enter. It's quite simple - no need to fight, no need for violence (especially not stabbing someone).
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #pandemic #facemasks
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Man stabbed after mask episode: cops
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An argument about wearing a mask has led police to charge a man with assaulting a security guard and stabbing a man during a horrific fight at a northwest Sydney shopping centre.Are there genuine security or national interest concerns? It's a really important question to answer as it ensures that we're not overly drawn into geopolitical tussles and that our economy isn't unduly affected by some attempt to will political points. Of course whenever the media reports on these kinds of stories, the mere mention of 'China' or 'the Chinese' often triggers something in the Australian psyche...
#australia #China #government #builder #security #foreigninvestment #firb
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Chinese company withdraws bid for Australian builder after Government flags security risk
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A $300 million offer by a Chinese company to buy an Australian builder is withdrawn on the back of advice that Treasurer Josh Frydenberg and the Foreign Investment Review Board will declare the transa...How has technology changed your world?
#technology #technologytrends
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The tech gamechangers in 2020 - and what you can expect in 2021
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The tech gamechangers in 2020 - and what you can expect in 2021By Trevor Long • Technology Expert3:21pm Dec 31, 2020 Tweet Facebook Mail The past 12 months will long be remembered for the news that ...Prefer the AstraZeneca vaccine over Pfizer vaccine? At the moment, it all sounds a little rushed doesn't it? Of course the world has been waiting a long time for a solution (any solution) to the pandemic, but is it worth taking the risk?
#AstraZeneca #Pfizer #vaccine #COVID #COVID19 #pandemic #coronavirus
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Australian experts raise efficacy concerns over AstraZeneca COVID jab
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The safety of the vaccine hasn't been called into question, but scientists are worried the AstraZeneca option won't be able to achieve "herd immunity".Is this just an interesting statistic, or is it an indicator of more serious things to come?
Will public transport and infrastructure be underfunded (more than what it is already)?
When people work from home, are they more efficient or more productive than when they're in the workplace? How does the economy recover when the workforce isn't at work?
#publictransport #workingfromhome #economy
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Data suggests Sydneysiders aren't ready to return to the office as clusters leave workers 'shaken'
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Public transport and tap-on data suggests as a small number of COVID-19 infections continue to be linked to clusters around Sydney, workers still aren't keen to return to the office.This cheese was named after its creator Edward William Coon (1871–1934). Would it have been in any way racist, insensitive or politically incorrect to continue to honour his name or legacy?
#cooncheese #cheercheese #cheese #dairy #Saputo
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EXCLUSIVE: Dairy boss explains new cheese name will 'resonate with all consumers'
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Lino Saputo said management saw “no harm" with dumping the iconic brand name after it became clear to them it was “offensive” to some consumers.Bitcoin? It was down. Then it was up. Now it's down again. Did you make anything? Or did you just watch it all burn? Would it be better to just save $5 notes?
#bitcoin #cryptocurrency #investment
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Stunning drop in the value of Bitcoin
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The cryptocurrency bubble could be set to burst as Bitcoin suffered a serious fall in value, with investors scrambling to sell.Did you know the traffic conditions around Parramatta have changed (largely due to roadworks for the light rail)? It’s been like this for some time now.
There is no right turn from Smith Street into George Street (and in fact that hasn’t changed since George Street used to be one way anyway). Unfortunately for this person turning right in front of the highway patrol probably didn’t help either. Police lights quickly followed. Oh well...
#parramatta #traffic #norightturn #police
This just sounds like a new reality. From over 200,000 in February 2019 to 21,000 in February 2020 due to pandemic border closures - presumably this year will be very similar as well. While it affects the economy, it just means some businesses that used to rely on the influx of Chinese tourists during this time will need to re-focus their efforts elsewhere (if they haven't done so already).
#ChineseNewYear #China #chinese #tourist #tourism #economy
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Chinese New Year financial loss
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Australia’s retail and hospitality sectors are expected to suffer a $1.4bn financial hit because of the absence of cashed-up Chinese tourists during Chinese New Year celebrations.So an update if you've been following this story. The McDonalds tantrum guy been arrested and charged with destroying or damaging property, using offensive language in a public place and not complying with a COVID-19 health order. He's due to appear in Blacktown Local Court on 1 February 2021.
#mcdonalds #maccas #publichealthorder #tantrum
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Sydney man charged after McDonald's QR code request allegedly sparks temper tantrum
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The man allegedly began to make an order at the counter of the fast-food outlet when staff made one simple request.Why do some people think he's not entitled to a holiday?
The nation of Australia, the government (all levels), the economy... people's lives - all still continue (for better or for worse) whether the prime minister whoever he or she is (or whether they're in the process of being replaced) is on holidays or not. Give the guy a break. No?
#PrimeMinister #pm #ScoMo #ScottMorrison #australia #government #holiday
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ScoMo’s bid to avoid Hawaii 2.0
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Scott Morrison has publicly declared he is going on a week of leave in an effort to avoid attacks following his infamous Hawaii holiday.Are we really that important on a global scale? With some of the media reports of the geopolitical banter between Australia and China, we make it sound like we're significant - but the reality is that we barely register. We think we can make a difference by talking big, but no. We just need to be ready and prepared for the fallout.
#australia #China #geopolitcs #economy
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Relations between China and Australia are “doomed”, expert says
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Australia’s relationship with China is ‘doomed’, warns a Beijing academic who predicts an air of “suspicion and scrutiny” is set to dominate the year ahead.Who really benefits from stimulus packages like HomeBuilder? Is it homeowners, the building industry, or the community as a whole?
#homebuilder #homeowner #government #stimulus #stimuluspackage
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HomeBuilder prompts surge in new houses
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Government housing schemes such as HomeBuilder are causing a surge in the number of newly approved residential properties being built across Australia.More on that guy who threw a tantrum in McDonalds. #maccas #mcdonalds #tantrum #facemaskisamust
Does anyone recognise this guy? How embarrassing to throw a tantrum at a McDonalds. Now his face (and his actions) are plastered all over social media and on the major news outlets.
Quakers Hill Police Area Command are investigating have asked for the public to help identify the man. Anyone with information can call Castle Hill police station on 02 9680 5399.
#maccas #mcdonalds #tantrum #facemasks #violence #abuse
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Man’s ‘appalling’ behaviour at Maccas
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A man who allegedly smashed a McDonald’s cash register to the ground after being asked to wear a mask has been slammed for his “appalling” behaviour.Is this actually a good way to save?
#money #savings #investment #5dollars
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Are you doing 2021’s $5 challenge? It’s the easiest way to save THOUSANDS
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It’s the social media savings craze sweeping Australia and you stand to make serious money - whether you use cash OR online bankingWould Sydney continue to have these alerts of new hotspots and clusters if we followed a Brisbane-like lockdown?
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #sydney #brisbane #target #BigW #servicensw
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Target, Big W and Service NSW among new venues on alert for COVID
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NSW Health issued a public health alert on Sunday for venues in Sydney's south-west and an inner-west supermarket.Do you know the difference? If you had a choice would you pick one over the other, or not be vaccinated at all?
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #AstraZeneca #Pfizer
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Most people in Australia likely to get AstraZeneca COVID vaccine rather than Pfizer shot
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While the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine will likely be the first to get approval in Australia, most of us will end up receiving the Oxford-AstraZeneca shot, Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly says.Do news and media outlets already receive a benefit (a sufficient benefit) from having their content displayed and/or shared across other websites and platforms like Google and Facebook? Or should they be entitled to a monetary benefit paid by the platform? If Google or Facebook have to pay for content, do you expect to pay Google and Facebook to access that content as well?
#news #Facebook #Google #australia #paidcontent
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Google pushes back on news code
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Tech giant Google has complained a code that would force it to pay for Australian news content is “unworkable” as it continues to battle the federal government over the proposed new law.The psychology of technology? Are you guilty?
#technology #communication #psychology #messaging
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‘Sadistic’ way you could be ‘torturing’ your partner
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A decade ago it wasn’t even an expression, but being “left on read” is now an increasingly common experience, feared by many.Would you (do you) follow sex advice from the government?
We hope you've had an awesome first week to the year. Our office officially reopens on Monday (11/1) and we look forward to serving you again in 2021.
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #sex #sexadvice
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NSW government’s strange COVID-19 sex advice
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Having sex while wearing a mask is among the strange recommendations on an official NSW Health website that explains how to be intimate during the COVID-19 pandemic.Brisbane in lockdown. How do you think such measures would be received in Sydney?
As we've seen in New Zealand, and more recently in Melbourne, the complete lockdown is extreme but also shown to be effective in stopping the spread of the virus. Do we need something like that in Sydney? If so, should we be doing it now or wait until there are more outbreaks and hotspots?
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #pandemic #brisbane #sydney #lockdown
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Strict new rules as Brisbane shuts down
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Greater Brisbane will enter a three day lockdown in a bid to contain a potentially crippling outbreak of a mutant strain of COVID-19.Are you planning on travelling any time soon?
What would border closures mean for international carriers like Qantas?
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #internationaltravel #qantas
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Australian government distances itself from Qantas international travel decision
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The Australian government has moved to distance itself from Qantas’s plans after the airline revealed it had reopened international travel bookings from July.We don't normally comment on foreign politics, but this is just too big to ignore. It's like a movie (ie, 'White House Down' or 'Olympus Has Fallen'), isn't it? No words.
#usa #uspolitics #Trump #Biden #washington #CapitolHill #Congress #riot #terrorist #Treason
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How could this happen? This is how the chaos in Washington DC played out
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Pro-Trump rioters have stormed the US Capitol building, leading to four deaths, 52 arrests and the National Guard being deployed. This is how it happened.Is the only effective solution to close our borders? We'll admit, we've been a strong advocate for border closures to minimise Australia's risk of infection from the rest of the world. History has shown that quarantine has it's own challenges and isn't perfect in preventing the spread of infection into the local community.
#COVID #COVID19 #Covid_19 #coronavirus #pandemic #bordercontrol
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COVID Australia: Calls to close the border amid threat of UK virus strain
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A growing chorus of voices is calling for Australia’s borders to be urgently bolstered, amid fears hotel quarantine will be helpless to prevent an outbreak of the UK virus superstrain.Would you take on a tech giant if you felt unfairly treated?
#Uber #ubereats #unfair #twu
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Uber settles with Adelaide delivery driver sacked for being 10 minutes late
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An Adelaide-based delivery driver has settled with transport giant Uber after the woman was sacked for being 10 minutes late with a food delivery.Do you have any property market plans for 2021?
#property #realestate #propertyinvestment #homebuyers
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Where house prices rose the most in Australia last year
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An expert predicts prices could rise 10 per cent in 2021 - so where should you be looking to invest?Well, we can't say we're saddened or disappointed by this development. We've been advocating for a strong stance on face masks for many months.
As history has already shown us, the problem with taking half measures is that it doesn't address the lingering danger or threat of infection. It's been dragged out for some 6-9 months and we've all experienced the slow strangulation to both society and the economy.
Stronger and more absolute measures (like mandatory face masks and more stringent quarantine) are needed. At least it's a more proactive approach to try to finally put this pandemic behind us. If we don't, we'll just continue to experience a resurgence of various clusters every few weeks/months followed by authorities taking reactive measures - but it's already too late.
Perhaps we'll never fully rid ourselves of the coronavirus (in its various mutations), so be it. We just have to come to terms with that. But at least we must move past the immediate fear and paralysis in order to return to some normality or discover a new normal.
With the beginning of 2021, we're hopeful that authorities will continue this position and make the hard decisions that will hopefully help us enjoy the new year with a new beginning.
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #pandemic #facemask #facemaskisamust #nsw #sydney
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New mask mandate begins in Greater Sydney
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Sydney residents have woken to a host of new COVID-19 restrictions on Sunday, including the mandatory wearing of face masks as authorities scramble to curb the growing outbreak.If you're planning on celebrating the new year out and about, are you also prepared for things to get worse before they get better?
Sadly, the consequence of new year eve celebrations will probably be one of the highlight stories reported on in the media during the first few weeks of 2021.
We've been through this cycle a few times already, and while Australia hasn't had to deal with the serious consequences of the pandemic (except maybe Victorians), why can't we learn from what other countries are going through or just what happened in Melbourne?
So before you head out for festivities, are you nominating yourself to be a superspreader?
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #newyear
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NYE house parties could be dire for outbreak
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New Year’s Eve house parties in Sydney could set off a string of superspreader events with dire consequences that will only come to light in coming weeks.How are you going to be celebrating this New Year's Eve with everything that's going on?
Flashback to last NYE 2019, China had already experienced reported cases of the coronavirus, but it wasn't until 31 December 2019 (this time last year) that it was reported to the World Health Organisation (and only confirmed in January 2020).
One year later and it's still here - with a possible resurgence in Sydney.
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #pandemic #sydney #NYE
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Coronavirus Australia: Victoria records three cases, NSW outbreak grows
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Victoria's streak of 61 days without a single locally acquired case of COVID-19 has ended.
Do you think there should be new year celebrations or not? Authorities continue to 'ask' people to observe social distancing, but is that effective? Experience would suggest no, especially with the crowded beaches over the last few days.
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #newyear
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What am I allowed to do for NYE if I live in NSW?
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The NSW Government says it has tried to be as generous as possible when it comes to COVID-19 restrictions for New Year's Eve but warns "stupidity" will be punished and the midnight kiss should be save...Are you concerned?
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #nsw #sydney
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Frightening figure in NSW outbreak
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Startling new figures in the NSW government’s weekly COVID surveillance report have unearthed a frightening fact.This is an issue all year round but holiday season (when families are together) seems to not always bring out the best in people. If you or someone you know is suffering from domestic violence, please report it immediately.
#violence #domesticviolence #nswpolice #police #Report #Victim
Compensation for unlawful detention? What do you expect the captain of a ship to do in these circumstances? Initial detention was justified but continued detention was unreasonable, especially after the investigation cast doubt on the allegations. What would you have done if you're the captain or you're the detainee?
#compensation #cruiseship #royalcaribbeancruises #detention #rape #allegations #investigation
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Tradie’s payday over threesome case
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A Sydney tradie who was detained on a cruise ship for six days amid wrongful rape claims has been awarded almost $100,000 for the great “distress” the incident caused him.Do you agree?
#bondi #clothing #backpacker #inappropriate
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Backpacker asked to leave Bondi restaurant over ‘not acceptable’ outfit
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An Italian backpacker says she was “embarrassed and offended” after being asked to leave a Bondi restaurant because of her outfit.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Our office will be closed for the Christmas and New Year period. We will reopen on 11 January 2021.
#Christmas #newyear #phanglegal
Burgers are big business and so are the court cases. What do you think of this decision?
#Court #trademark #burgers #inandout #downandout
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Down, and out: Sydney burger chain loses appeal against US giant In-N-Out
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A Sydney burger chain that dubbed itself "Down N' Out" in a nod to US fast-food giant In-N-Out has lost a legal bid to flip a court decision that forced it to stop using the name.Masks or no masks. Have you noticed how the media influences public behaviour? When reported cases are up, more people wear masks in public. When reported cases are down, the masks disappear. Does this really mean we're just being reactive rather than proactive (ie, by the time we wear masks it's actually too late)?
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Stern advice for Sydneysiders planning Christmas gatherings
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NSW authorities are pleading with residents to wear masks and follow simple steps to stop the spread of COVID this Christmas.KFC gaming console to keep your fried chicken warm... as you play. Add that to your Christmas wish list.
#gaming #KFC
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KFC's chicken-warming game console is apparently a reality
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After seemingly trolling the world in June, the fast-food chain has come through with the goods.All the compensation lawyers rubbing their hands together and licking their lips.
#compensation #Injury #personalinjury #workerscompensation #workplaceinjury #compensation
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Receptionist who rolled ankle rushing to answer phone wins $120k
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A receptionist who rolled her ankle while rushing to answer the phone wins $120,000 after suing her employer, claiming more could have been done to prevent her injury.Sounds like this is going to be the theme for Christmas 2020.
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #isolation #Restrictions #lockdown #sydney #Christmas
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Hundreds of inner-city workers ordered to self-isolate immediately
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A food court in the heart of the CBD has been linked to a positive coronavirus case - as COVID also strikes a Bondi institution.Do you line up to buy fresh seafood on Christmas Eve? Maybe stay away from the frozen prawns for a while - microbial contamination and all that.
#woolworths #seafood #frozenseafood #prawns #contamination
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States added to Woolworths’ recall on frozen prawns
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Woolworths has extended a total recall for its own-brand, 1kg bags of Cooked & Peeled Cocktail Prawns to every state and territory but Queensland.Are these considered clusters or hotspots? Or are they just confirmation that our quarantine has failed, our infection management is poor, and that Sydney is now in the midst of another wave?
#COVID #COVID19 #coronavirus #sydney #infectioncontrol #infectionprevention
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NSW COVID hotspots: Residents told to isolate immediately
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NSW Health has updated its COVID-19 hot spot list again, with scores more Sydneysiders expected to isolate over Christmas.No they are evidence of a system that is going above and beyond to catch any tiny traces. Our numbers are really low and the nsw government have done a wonderful job. There are always room to improve which we have now done with diplomats and airline staff. But considering NSW has done the lions share of hotel quarantine for other states we have done a fantastic job to create where we are with a recovering economy and low numbers. My heart goes out to the northern beaches people who have additional restrictions and to those including my own family who can’t see loved ones due to border closures.
Have you considered whether a fixed home loan was better than a variable home loan? It might not be the best time to do anything about it now, but maybe it's something to consider over the Christmas and New Year period.
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7 things to consider before switching to a fixed rate home loan - ABC Everyday
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There are pros and cons to fixing your rate. Here are some important things to consider before you make your decision.Why do you think the government is withholding the results of the investigation? If the report vindicates Ms Holgate, shouldn't she be entitled to have her name cleared after the Government and the media spent weeks trashing her name and her actions?
Unless we're mistaken, Australia Post is a 'self-funded government business enterprise'. Yes, it's owned by the Australian Government, but it doesn't receive or rely on taxpayer funds...
So why do you think media outlets keep eluding (or in this case, actually stating) that incentives were taxpayer funded?
#auspost #australiapost #christineholgate #cartierwatch #australiangovernment #investigation
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Case against Aus Post boss Christine Holgate could stay secret
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An controversial probe into Australia Post executives following an expenses scandal involving $12,000 worth of Cartier watches could remain secret.More and more scams.
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