New South Wales pubs, restaurants and cafes will be able to sell takeaway food and alcohol this Good Friday in a much-needed Easter boost for struggling businesses.
New South Wales pubs, restaurants and cafes will be allowed to sell takeaway food and alcohol this Good Friday in a much-needed Easter boost for struggling businesses. Coles and Woolworths will be open between 11am and 5pm across the state while the ACT will hold a community hour for the most vulnerable between 7am and 8am.
Sydney Fish Market is open for a 12-hour trading marathon but customers queuing outside will have their temperatures checked before entering. Meanwhile, Cadbury saw an increase in chocolate sales this year despite the coronavirus pandemic, selling more than 300 million easter eggs and 12 million Easter bunnies. Image: News Corp Australia
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