Australia to reopen economy in several stages

Australia’s cabinet Friday decided to ease restrictions in a 3-step process with an aim to remove all curbs by July amid a decline in Covid-19 cases. Under the first stage, restaurants and cafes will be allowed to reopen with a maximum of 10 patrons at a time. PM Morrison said it will be up to the states to decide when to begin implement each stage. Each step will be separated by 4-week transition

Australia to reopen economy in several stages

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