With officials figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics showing that the nation's economy shrank by about 0.3% in the first quarter of 2020 and will also shrink in the second quarter of the year, Australia is set to enter its first economic recession in 29 years. Analysts say the prior to the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic, the Australian economy was already suffering from a devastating bushfire season, a slowdown in tourism, and weak domestic demand.

As of now, Australia has reported 7,226 confirmed cases of the Covid-19 coronavirus alongside 102 deaths. 6,625 people have recovered so far, and several states have begun slowly easing lockdown protocols. The New South Wales state has begun opening up public attractions such as museums and zoos, allowed for up to 50 people to sit down for a meal in restaurants and cafes, and up to 20 people to attend funerals.

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