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Australian official urges international students to consider studying in the country as China claims racism

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When asked how concerned Australia was about China’s warning, Finance Minister Mathias Cormann said: “Any students around the world who’s considering a period of study in a foreign country, we would urge to consider Australia as a destination. This is a great place to come and study. Like all countries, of course we are managing issues … from time to time, but overwhelmingly, Australia is a very welcoming, open, transparent, friendly country.” Read more:  https://www.cnbc.com/2020/06/12/australia-tensions-with-china-amid-racism-warning-to-students.html

Second coronavirus wave may cost Australia $80 billion

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Finance Minister Mathias Cormann has warned a second wave of coronavirus could cost the Australian economy $80 billion over the next two years. His calculation came as global share markets erupted into a sea of selling on fears of a pandemic resurgence, killing off optimism for a quick recovery. The Morrison government is concerned last week's anti-racism rallies, and more marches slated for this weekend, will spread the virus. Read more:  https://www.9news.com.au/national/coronavirus-covid19-second-australia-wave-could-cost-country-80-billion/5343670d-d4dd-4810-aaa3-7e39143d936e

Australia prepares to open doors for international students

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International students will soon be able to come to Australia under an initial pilot program. The Prime Minister Scott Morrison said international students will be able to come "in a very controlled setting", but only for pre-approved plans for particular institutions. He added it the program could begin next month. Read more:  https://www.9news.com.au/national/international-students-australia-prime-minister-scott-morrison/6139a8eb-3809-4111-a5ec-93e440616f1a

DIY Move Vs Hiring Professional Removalists: COVID- 19 Moving Guide

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Hello guys! I am back again with the article ‘ DIY Move Vs Hiring Professional Removalists COVID-19: Moving Guide’. If you are planning a move and want to ensure a safe and sound experience, then follow the COVID-19 safety guidelines strictly. Apart from washing hands regularly and maintaining physical distancing, make sure you take the right decision between hiring professional removalists and a DIY move. A proper planning and right decision on time can save you from last-minute chaos. If you are on tight budget, it is good to do it yourself. This will give you a complete control over the process. On the other hand, if you are concerned about the safety of your belongings, then opt for professional asstance. For more details, read the entire article carefully. https://www.betterremovalistsmelbourne.com.au/diy-move-vs-hiring-professional-removalists-covid-19-moving-guide/

Almost 200 Australian childcare providers being investigated over Covid-19 funding rules

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The education department is investigating more than 190 childcare providers in Australia over complaints that they may have breached funding rules during the temporary Covid-19 relief package. Guardian Australia can reveal these investigations were triggered after the department received more than 1,900 tip-offs between early April and early June. The figures illustrate the level of concern within the community over how the government’s “free childcare” package was being implemented, amid reports some families were struggling to access care because services struggled with a drop-off in available funding. Read more:   https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2020/jun/11/almost-200-australian-childcare-providers-being-investigated-over-covid-19-funding-rules

Australia's in recession: Now what? Experts on 7 things to fix the economy

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It’s been confirmed: Australia’s in a recession. Getting the economy back on track will be a long, tough road, and won’t be straightforward either as debate rages over how workers will be supported after JobSeeker and JobKeeper taper off in September. The government has brought out a fourth economic stimulus package, the $688 HomeBuilder scheme, but it has already come under fire for unfairly creating jobs for men but not for women and for being a “floatie” scheme rather than a life raft, leaving vulnerable Australians “out in the cold”. Read more:   https://au.finance.yahoo.com/news/experts-fix-recession-013448028.html

'White elephant' fears for Crown Sydney casino as China warns citizens not to travel to Australia

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The Chinese government directive urging its citizens not to travel to Australia threatens to render a still under construction $2.2bn casino complex on Sydney harbour a “white elephant”, according to industry experts who say the project can no longer rely on income from high-roller gamblers from China who were central to its business model. Gambling academics and city planners have all expressed concern over the future of Crown’s Sydney casino at Barangaroo as a result of the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism’s warning to Chinese residents “to enhance their safety awareness and do not travel to Australia” issued last week, citing a spike in racism during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more:  https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2020/jun/11/white-elephant-fears-for-crown-sydney-casino-as-china-warns-citizens-not-to-travel-to-australia