ABC: Non-essential indoor gatherings of more than 100 people have been banned by the Federal Government as the country responds to the coronavirus pandemic. Prime Minister Scott Morrison also warned Australians not to leave the country as the disease spreads, saying: "We haven't seen this sort of thing in Australia since the end of the First World War." The Prime Minister announced measures in the following areas:

Aged care: Residents of aged care homes will only be able to have one visit per day, of no more than two people

Gatherings: Indoor gatherings of more than 100 people are banned, with exceptions

Social distancing: A renewed call for Australians to stay 1.5 metres away from others

Shopping: A plea to end "un-Australian" panic buying

Schools: To remain open, for now

Travel: The Government recommends abandoning international travel.

"This is a once-in-a-100-year-type event," Mr Morrison said.

"Life is changing in Australia, as it is changing all around the world. Life is going to continue to change. "The travel advice to every Australian is do not travel abroad. Do not go overseas."

The new restrictions were agreed to during a phone hook-up with federal, state and territory leaders last night. A human biosecurity emergency has been declared, giving the Federal Government extra powers to respond to the crisis. Work restrictions on 20,000 student nurses have been lifted, so that they can help with the health response.

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