Trapped Melbourne public housing residents have had their rent fees waived and $1500 payments offered as the Premier insists the lockdown is “not a punishment”.
Those who are employed and cannot go to work will receive a $1500 hardship payment.Premier Dan Andrews announced a slew of measures to help out residents stranded in nine towers in Melbourne. Picture: Valeriu Campan/NCA NewsWirePremier Daniel Andrews announced the financial support in a press conference this morning.
“For those households where there is no-one in employment, they will receive a $750 hardship payment. Mr Andrews spoke of meals and kitchens ramping up to feed the 3000 residents who aren’t allowed to step outside their doors.
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