Rules relaxed during COVID-19 pandemic set to stay and deliver $3.1b boost to economy
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Rules relaxed during COVID-19 pandemic set to stay and deliver $3.1b boost to economy

A raft of relaxed rules introduced during the pandemic – such as takeaway alcohol services and 24-hour retail deliveries – are set to stay.

  • byNatassia Chrysanthos

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  • byCara Waters
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We need to embrace change to protect the Queen Vic Market
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We need to embrace change to protect the Queen Vic Market

In a city of market lovers,no Melbourne marketplace is more loved than the Queen Vic. And that’s why we need to ensure it continues to evolve.

  • byStan Liacos
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Sydney Fringe’s urgent call for venues ahead of its biggest line-up yet

Sydney Fringe’s urgent call for venues ahead of its biggest line-up yet

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  • byLucy Manly
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  • byCara Waters