How are things where YOU are? (in relation to the Corona Virus)

[BrissieB]

29 minutes ago, By The Bay said:

Confirms the ABC report as correct.

Yep.  I just don't trust the media will have always have the correct information.  Link to your quote was for backing up your statement as much as anything else.

 

[NSWP]

8 minutes ago, BrissieB said:

Yep.  I just don't trust the media will have always have the correct information.  Link to your quote was for backing up your statement as much as anything else.

 

Perhaps propoganda is coming out of Qld re Covid numbers, know what I mean?  ABC and SBS news is generally factual.

 

Re masks, I went into IGA at Batehaven this morning, even the deli staff did not have masks on.  We are still wearing masks, gloves and using hand sanitiser for packing commercially prepared frozen meals and delivery of meals at my Eurobodalla Meals on Wheels Cooperative. Safety first for a few more weeks yet.

Edited September 9, 2020 by NSWP

[BrissieB]

2 minutes ago, NSWP said:

Perhaps propoganda is coming out of Qld re Covid numbers, know what I mean? 

We've got an election coming up in a few short weeks.  Nothing would surprise me. 

[OzKiwiJJ]

17 minutes ago, NSWP said:

The Wacol cluster is the Qld Corrective Services Academy cluster, is it not? Staff infection.

I think so.

[Blackduck59]

As an outsider looking in it is so disappointing to here this state versus state mentality. The whole we're doing great but those people suck thing isn't helpful to anyone. 

We were doing great (relatively speaking) in BC but now? Not so much, we are averaging 100 new cases a day. We aren't locked down like they are in Victoria Australia for which I am grateful. When we go out we are more concerned about the actions of others. We wear masks even though we hate them, others (mostly younger) don't and more worrying than that they barge into people's space, disregard the one way aisles. Reach over around and through you.

Our Provincial Health Officer has tightened up the rules for night clubs, bars and restaurants. Mandated 10:00 pm last call and 11:00 pm closings. No live music is allowed in bars and no dance floors are open.

[NSWP]

1 minute ago, BrissieB said:

We've got an election coming up in a few short weeks.  Nothing would surprise me. 

You could be right, govt playing with the numbers.

[BrissieB]

14 minutes ago, NSWP said:

Re masks, I went into IGA at Batehaven this morning, even the deli staff did not have masks on.  We are still wearing masks, gloves and using hand sanitiser for packing commercially prepared frozen meals and delivery of meals at my Eurobodalla Meals on Wheels Cooperative. Safety first for a few more weeks yet.

My husband's company asked him to get a covid test even though he's working from home (his allergies kicked into overdrive with the season change and they were concerned with all the coughing and sneezing during conference calls).  I think the concern is nice, anyone with allergies is feeling the glare at the moment.

[Kiwi Kruzer]

The latest cluster in Auckland originates from an Evangelical Church who don’t believe in the science of Covoid. During level 3 the Police had to ask them to break up a funeral as the numbers exceeded the allowable limit. The cluster now has a large number in isolation and have caused at least one school to close down .

[Docker123]

Today’s Queensland numbers presented by the premier

 

[aussielozzie18]

Re the UK, my elderly aunt in her 80s has not been permitted to leave her house for months. Those over a certain age in the uk and with underlying health conditions have been under tighter lockdown restrictions than Melbourne for months.

On the flipside, my daughter's friends (aged 20-30)who are in the UK are permitted to travel around countries in Europe where the borders are open.

[aussielozzie18]

52 minutes ago, BrissieB said:

My husband's company asked him to get a covid test even though he's working from home (his allergies kicked into overdrive with the season change and they were concerned with all the coughing and sneezing during conference calls).  I think the concern is nice, anyone with allergies is feeling the glare at the moment.

This is the first hayfever season that i have taken medication on a regular basis   i am known at work for my epic sneezing during Sept.  Not going to risk death glares right now.  The hayfever medication works a treat but does make you drowsy.

[NSWP]

2 hours ago, aussielozzie18 said:

This is the first hayfever season that i have taken medication on a regular basis   i am known at work for my epic sneezing during Sept.  Not going to risk death glares right now.  The hayfever medication works a treat but does make you drowsy.

Some hayever medication like telfast is non drowsy, i take it for itchy skin caused by my Atrial  fibrillation meds, Eliquis.

[GUT2407]

Suffered bronchial Asthma all my life, my winter cough founds like a sick walrus, the looks aren’t pleasant even when Covid isn’t around.

[MMDown Under]

12 hours ago, Blackduck59 said:

As an outsider looking in it is so disappointing to here this state versus state mentality. The whole we're doing great but those people suck thing isn't helpful to anyone. 

We were doing great (relatively speaking) in BC but now? Not so much, we are averaging 100 new cases a day. We aren't locked down like they are in Victoria Australia for which I am grateful. When we go out we are more concerned about the actions of others. We wear masks even though we hate them, others (mostly younger) don't and more worrying than that they barge into people's space, disregard the one way aisles. Reach over around and through you.

Our Provincial Health Officer has tightened up the rules for night clubs, bars and restaurants. Mandated 10:00 pm last call and 11:00 pm closings. No live music is allowed in bars and no dance floors are open.

I think it is disappointing also, encouraged by our Federal Government.  After a lifetime of Public Service, I know that all the good people aren't on one side. 

I am sorry to learn BC is averaging 100 new cases per day.  Do they know why?  Do they do contact tracing?  It is amazing how quickly numbers can get out of hand.  Is wearing of masks compulsory or do you wear masks for the greater good?  Sounds like your Provincial Health Office is being proactive trying to protect your community.  

Australia is lucky that we are able to learn from overseas experience.  Queensland is lucky because we have the climate for a lot of outside eateries as I no longer eat at cafes inside.  I only walk or drive.  I think Seniors can do a lot to try to protect ourselves.  

[Kiwi Kruzer]

Before Covoid .    parking in the City at a premium and expensive ,

now

parking buildings and stations offering incredible deals ..🚘🚘🚘🚘🚘

[MicCanberra]

I have had free parking for 6 months now, and my commute times to work have been spectacular.

[ilikeanswers]

 

1 hour ago, Kiwi Kruzer said:

Before Covoid .    parking in the City at a premium and expensive ,

now

parking buildings and stations offering incredible deals ..🚘🚘🚘🚘🚘

 

During the first lock downs in the centre of Sydney the council stopped car parking fees but they conveniently didn't tell the public till about two days before the pause expires😂. 

[getting older slowly]

The longer the Covid-19 battle continues.

the more it become a Political football, and all the states are doing their own thing... it is all disappointing....    no unity...... and the wealthy are just doing what they what.....

 

What can one say..... Australia needs to become one.... and stop all these shenanigans ..

 

There is no us and them ..... ( unless your wealthy or of the ""Me"" crowd.... lol )

 

I think a lot of older Australian's are disappointed with the handling of this..

and they are the one's dying......sad..

 

Don

 

 

[NSWP]

News in from India, 90,000 positive covid cases and 1125 covid deaths in past 24 hrs.   Out of control, OK, I know they have a massive population but the numbers are super high.  Indian Govt is also reopening the Taj Mahal, but only letting 5000 visitors in at one time. Hope they are spaced out.  

[MMDown Under]

53 minutes ago, NSWP said:

News in from India, 90,000 positive covid cases and 1125 covid deaths in past 24 hrs.   Out of control, OK, I know they have a massive population but the numbers are super high.  Indian Govt is also reopening the Taj Mahal, but only letting 5000 visitors in at one time. Hope they are spaced out.  

In addition, India is having problems on their northern border, from China.  Just what they don't need at this time!

[MicCanberra]

Not sure you ever need trouble form anyone at anytime

[The_Big_M]

10 hours ago, MMDown Under said:

I think it is disappointing also, encouraged by our Federal Government.  

 

I don't see it's encouraged - they're not making the decisions. But they're not happy with the situation. And they are paying the bills, and governing for all Australians, so it's right for them to weigh in.

 

In this case I agree with them. It is divisive - and people are being hurt by it.

 

Just a couple of today's issues - and these aren't the first.

 

https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/we-can-t-go-back-home-families-and-businesses-hurt-by-border-closures-20200909-p55twq.html?utm_content=NARRATIVE

 

https://www.smh.com.au/politics/queensland/my-dad-is-dead-and-you-made-me-fight-to-see-him-but-it-was-too-late-20200910-p55u8c.html

 

The sad thing that shows how bad it is is the QLD government can only say "We won't be lectured to by NSW, they were the ones saying 'open the borders' relentlessly and then there was a second wave" or this even worse fob off: "“I made it very clear these are awful times that everyone has to go through, every single person.”

 

Which misses the point. It's not just two absolutes, either completely open or not. And there's been barely more of a 'second wave' than there has in QLD. 

 

We're not saying open up fully, but equally work together and come up with a solution that doesn't affect people as badly as this is.

[MMDown Under]

2 minutes ago, The_Big_M said:

 

I don't see it's encouraged - they're not making the decisions. But they're not happy with the situation. And they are paying the bills, and governing for all Australians, so it's right for them to weigh in.

 

In this case I agree with them. It is divisive - and people are being hurt by it.

I am a Queensland swinging voter and I can assure you I'm upset with the PM's lack of leadership in his relationship with the Qld. Premier, compared with his relationships to the NSW and other Liberal Premiers. 

I don't have a problem with the PM contacting Labor Premiers confidentially, which is his right, but I have a problem with him going to the press, radio, etc.  He has lost my respect!

[NSWP]

I think the Qld Premier has lost the plot not allowing this girl to attend her father's funeral, she could be escorted there from quarantine in Brisbane and socially distanced, double it if you like.  Inhumane treatment.  Yet she allows all these footballing families and VIP's in. 

 

I don't blame the PM ScoMo for being a little angry.  Qld was in Australia last time I checked.

Edited September 10, 2020 by NSWP

[MMDown Under]

6 minutes ago, NSWP said:

I think the Qld Premier has lost the plot not allowing this girl to attend her father's funeral, she could be escorted there from quarantine in Brisbane and socially distanced, double it if you like.  Inhumane treatment.  Yet she allows all these footballing families and VIP's in. 

I don't blame the PM ScoMo for being a little angry.  Qld was in Australia last time I checked.

The Qld. Medical Officer has arranged for the girl to have a private viewing of her father's body.  

NSW has a history of some people catching the virus at a funeral, from memory.