Commentary: Australia's brush with Novak Djokovic reveals deeper issues with its COVID-19 response

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The handling of Djokovic's visa was undoubtedly controversial, but the bigger question is why the Australian border control system is so unclear and capricious, says an observer.

National Cabinet — bringing together the leaderships of federal and state governments — was a timely innovation that tried to convince the states of shared interests in managing a virus that doesn’t recognise borders.

Worse, there is no clear framework for when fiscal supports should come in and how. What needs to change in the social insurance scheme to make sure there is cover against future risks? Or why Australia took no initiatives to lead mutual opening up to low-risk arrivals and departures earlier that would have cushioned the impact on domestic business and relieved heart aches for untold Australians.

The Australian Productivity Commission has the right skills to power a transparent high-level review that ensures community engagement and consultation.

 

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