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What Melbourne’s roadmap out of COVID-19 means for hospitality venues

The Victorian Government has announced new dates and associated restrictions for the hospitality sector, as part of its new National Plan roadmap out of COVID-19. Read More

Cafés doing social good during COVID-19 lockdowns

Cafés across Australia, particularly in Victoria and New South Wales, may be facing numerous challenges during COVID-19 lockdowns, but many are still finding ways of doing social good for their communities.
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Melbourne cafés to reopen on 2 November

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has announced that cafés in metro Melbourne will be allowed to reopen and resume sit-down and table service from 2 November.
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Business as usual for Service Sphere

With the recent announcement from the Victorian Government on new Stage 4 restrictions for metropolitan Melbourne taking effect, Service Sphere has shared what this means for the coffee equipment specialist.
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Health experts release statement addressing safety of reusables during COVID-19

More than 100 health experts from 18 countries have signed a statement defending the safety of reusables like coffee cups, bags, and containers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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New Zealand specialty coffee industry bands together

The New Zealand specialty coffee industry bands together in the face of a complete café and hospitality lockdown. Back in mid-March, few could have predicted a complete lockdown of New Zealand for five weeks, followed by two weeks of operating a business at level three restrictions. Overnight, the hospitality industry was halted.
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Financial experts offer advice to cafés on surviving COVID-19

BeanScene asks financial experts for advice on what government support small businesses like cafés are entitled to, and the value of their venues post COVID-19. The Federal and State Governments have released a range of support programs for small businesses struggling during the coronavirus pandemic.
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