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What you need to know about the new Covid support payment

Kathryn Lewis
June 4 2021 - 5:00am
Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos
Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

An emergency payment to support people unable to work during extended COVID-19 lockdowns has been proposed but it is already facing opposition in the states.

Kathryn Lewis

Kathryn Lewis

Canberra Times Journalist

I am a breaking and general news reporter. Contact me with tips or story ideas at kathryn.lewis@canberratimes.com.au

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