Jessie Davies
Updated.
March 27, 2020 20: 31:24
Australians could face a phase 3 shutdown if the coronavirus pandemic becomes worse.
Key points:
- Public health expert says stage three shutdown would send out a clear message
- If Australia follows the UK’s lead, retail stores could quickly close
- International examples show newsagents, vets and hardware stores are important services
Today Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced phase 2 of the government’s scalable shutdown procedures to curb social gatherings.
So, what could a phase three shutdown would look like for Australia?
Sellers might close
Australia’s phase three shutdown would likely mirror the UK, where tougher restricti