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Australia records its first case, a Victorian-Chinese man in his 50s
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The World Health Organization declares a public health emergency of international concern over the global outbreak of coronavirus.
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The Australian government announces that foreign arrivals from mainland China will not be allowed entry into Australia.
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Non-essential mass gatherings are banned for groups of more than 500 people outdoors or more than 100 indoors.
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All arrivals into Australia are required to self-isolate for 14 days, either at home or in a hotel.
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Australian borders are closed except for Australian citizens, residents and immediate family members.
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Pubs, licensed clubs and hotels (excluding accommodation), places of worship, gyms, indoor sporting venues, cinemas, casinos to close from midday Monday 23 March. Restaurants and cafes to offer takeaway only. Schools and supermarkets can remain open.
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Tighter restrictions on weddings, funerals, fitness classes, beauty salons, arcades, play centres and more.
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Public gatherings, excluding household members, have been reduced to a maximum of two people.
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Everyone is told to stay home unless you are: shopping for essentials, receiving medical care, exercising, or traveling to work or education.
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During the Easter period, places of worship must remain closed to the public. Services will be streamed and only clergy and those formally involved in services or streaming are permitted to attend.
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Testing for coronavirus is now available to every Australian with mild respiratory symptoms including a cough and sore throat.
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Active coronavirus cases have fallen in every state apart from Victoria