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Coronavirus: Australia's economy faces unprecedented setbacks

An unprecedented series of measures may not be enough to save Australia's normally robust economy.

Coronavirus: Australia launches criminal investigation into Ruby Princess

Passengers from the Ruby Princess disembarked in Sydney without knowing the coronavirus was on board.

Coronavirus: Australia reverses 30 minute hair appointment rule

Barbers and hairdressers have been allowed to remain open, despite coronavirus restrictions.

Coronavirus: Australia and New Zealand ban non-residents from entry

The bans come into effect on Friday as both nations escalate their response to coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Australia bans 'non-essential' gatherings of over 100 people

PM Scott Morrison announces sweeping new measures, but stops short of declaring a full lockdown.

Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson released from coronavirus treatment

Meanwhile, fellow actor Idris Elba announces he has the virus - telling followers "no panic".

Coronavirus: Australia orders all arrivals to self-isolate for 14 days

PM Scott Morrison orders 14 days self-quarantine for anyone entering Australia from midnight.

Peter Dutton: Australia minister tests positive for virus

Peter Dutton, a senior member of government, woke up with a "temperature and sore throat".

Australia, Vietnam co-research roles of tech toward GDP

The Australian Government has announced help for Vietnam to assess the contribution of technology to GDP growth via the Aus4Innovation programme.

 

Coronavirus panic: Why are people stockpiling toilet paper?

Loo roll has become the top "panic buy" item in several countries after coronavirus fears.

Vietnam joins multicultural festival in Australia

The Vietnamese Embassy in Australia is participating in a multicultural festival that opened on February 21 in Canberra to promote beauty of Vietnamese land and people to Australians and international friends.

Vietnam to take on Australia in play-off match for 2020 Tokyo Olympics

The Vietnamese women’s football team are to play Australia in a play-off match for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics on March 6 following Australia’s 1-1 draw against China on February 13.

Australia offers 50 scholarships to Vietnamese citizens

The Australian Government will provide 50 Australia Awards scholarships to Vietnamese citizens this year.

 

Vinh invited to play in Football For Fires charity match

Former Vietnam national football team captain Le Cong Vinh has been invited to play with world football legends in a match to raise funds and honour volunteer firefighters at the Sydney’s ANZ Stadium in May in Australia.

2020 AFC U23 Championship: RoK beats Jordan, seals semis spot

The Republic of Korea (RoK) beat Jordan 2-1 in the quarter-finals of the 2020 AFC U23 Championship after a dramatic 95th-minute winner at the Thammasat Stadium on January 19.

Vietnam shrimp exports to Australia rise strongly in 2019

Shrimp exports to Australia increased strongly in 2019, expanding at a two-digit growth rate, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP).

VN firm ships 500 tonnes of molasses to Australia

Thanh Thanh Cong Trading Joint Stock Company, a member of the Thanh Thanh Cong Group, has exported 500 tonnes of molasses to Australia to help alleviate a shortfall across Queensland state caused by an ongoing drought.

Vietnam women's volleyball team ascends world ranking

The latest world ranking update sees the Vietnamese women's volleyball team climb one place.

Vietnamese expatriates in Australia get together for Lunar New Year celebrations

Overseas Vietnamese in Australia and many international friends gathered to welcome Lunar New Year (Tet), at a celebration held by the Vietnamese Embassy in the host nation on January 4.

Australia heatwave: All-time temperature record broken again

A state of emergency has been declared in New South Wales, Australia, amid fears a record-breaking heatwave will exacerbate the state's bushfire crisis.