But he said schools, public transport and public squares would remain open, avoiding the kind of shutdown seen in some nations.Australia has recorded over 450 positive tests and five deaths, with a sharp rise in cases in the past week.However, the numbers remain lower than in Europe and North America.
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Coronavirus: Australia bans 'non-essential' gatherings of over 100 people
Australia has banned "non-essential" gatherings of more than 100 people in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced sweeping new measures on Wednesday, including discouraging travel overseas.
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