Nobody will be accusing today’s press conference by the Victorian state government announcing a $143 million support package for businesses impacted by the state’s five-day “circuit breaker” lockdown of lacking bells and whistles.
To this blogger’s knowledge, the last time an outdoor press conference in Victoria was interrupted this badly was back in spring when a couple of amorous/argumentative magpies nearby made it hard to hear what was being said at a daily coronavirus update.The Australian Open has been a great success: PakulaVictoria’s Industry Support Minister Martin Pakula has said the Australian Open in Melbourne has been a great success, and has showcased the city to the world.
He also thanked the state’s health department and Hotel Quarantine Victoria for their efforts helping the Grand Slam to go ahead.‘We’re sending this money towards those who need it the most’: Pakula on business support packageVictoria’s Employment Minister Jaala Pulford has said the state government had given out more than $6 billion in support payments to businesses since the start of the pandemic.
Industry Support Minister Martin Pakula said he hoped the support payments would be received by businesses over the next couple of weeks.
CraigDButt Just asking for a friend , does it improve your memory , ScoMo.
CraigDButt Yeah - not so true. Was vaccinated 3 months ago in UAE (sinopharm). First within Australia maybe, but certainly not the first Australian. Shows how far behind we are.
CraigDButt What? ScottyFromPhotoOps wasn't first? Well, I'll be jiggered.