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Public figuresStar Wars actor dead after testing positive to COVID-19

A Star Wars actor died in the UK unable to see his wife quarantined in Australia as a popular US TV host tested positive.

Clare Armstrong, Maria Bervanakis, Sarah Blake, Tiffany Bakker and Nathan Vass in New York, Zoe Smith, AAP, AFP and AP

Lockdown eatingThe emergency food items you need right now

As Australians spend more time at home, we’ve compiled a list of the foods you should always keep handy and, even better, simple recipes to match, so meal time will be as hassle-free as possible.

Staff writers

COVID-19 EXCLUSIVESupermarket call for shoppers to be temperature-tested

Independent supermarkets have called on the Federal Government to require shoppers to be temperature checked before entering stores in a bid to protect customers and workers from contracting COVID-19.

Lanai Scarr

Working togetherRestaurateur and photographer join forces with voucher initiative

TERRITORY businesses are banding together to create innovative ways of supporting each other during the coronavirus pandemic.

RAPHAELLA SAROUKOS, raphaella.saroukos@news.com.au

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COVID-19 crisisIt’s Air Crayfish to keep seafood industry alive

Australia’s seafood, beef and dairy industries will get a lifeline with the Federal Government announcing $110 million for freight flights to keep delivering fresh produce abroad.

Lanai Scarr

INFECTION RATESCoronavirus: How Queensland compares

One week ago the states and territories started implementing their own measures to stop the spread of coronavirus. Seven days on, find out what measures appear to be working.

David Mills

Emergency discussionRates, rent relief to be discussed at special council meeting

RATEPAYERS could receive rent relief and see a deferral in rates from Darwin council, with an emergency meeting to discuss community coronavirus relief to be held on Wednesday April 8.

Will Zwar

STRATEGIESCoronavirus: How NSW compares

One week ago the states and territories started implementing their own measures to stop the spread of coronavirus. Seven days on, find out what measures appear to be working.

David Mills

STRATEGIESCoronavirus: How Victoria compares

One week ago Daniel Andrews took the bold step to close schools across Victoria, while other states chose to shut their borders. Seven days on, find out what measures appear to be working.

David Mills

STRATEGIESCoronavirus: how SA compares

One week ago the states and territories started implementing their own measures to stop the spread of coronavirus. Seven days on, find out what measures appear to be working.

David Mills

Cheap as chipsPerth fuel drops to 2005 prices

The coronavirus pandemic has delivered a silver lining for motorists.

Natalie Richards

Alcohol restrictionsGrog limits a ‘marketing ploy’: NGO

Alcohol treatment services have accused bottle shops of using pandemic-inspired limits on the amount of grog Territorians can buy as a cynical ‘marketing ploy’ to drive up sales.

JASON WALLS

Public safetyMore Territory parks to close

THE Territory Government has announced the Territory Wildlife Park, Alice Springs Desert Park and parts of the George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens will be closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Sarah Matthews

Stay fitYour rights to cancelling gym memberships

With gyms closed across the nation, Aussies wanting to cancel their membership have been urged to flex their consumer-rights muscle and explore other ways to keep fit while in lockdown.

Patrick Tadros

Coronavirus crisisTwo more NT COVID-19 cases diagnosed, as another recovers

TWO more people have tested positive for coronavirus in the Northern Territory, bringing our total to 17. Meanwhile one of the earlier Territory cases has now recovered. WATCH the full VIDEO of the latest announcements

RAPHAELLA SAROUKOS and JUDITH AISTHORPE

Cidery SocialGreen day is pure gold

Bridgetown residents put on their finest green attire to celebrate The Cidery and Blackwood Valley Brewing Company’s 20th birthday, as well as St Patrick’s Day.

Tristan Wheeler

Money tipsEasy ways to survive financially during COVID-19

Australians are feeling the pinch as business shutter and workers are laid off, with income losses set to escalate over the coming months. But there are simple ways to help yourself.

Lauren Ahwan

Move criticisedCash-strapped tenants told access super to pay rent

Real estate agents in Melbourne and Brisbane have been slammed for advising financially-distressed tenants to access their superannuation early to pay rent.

David Aidone

Daily driveMy Wheels: Justin Bell

The Pinchos owner on his beloved Golf GTI — and why he doesn’t want a flash car.

Olga de Moeller

Virus resourcesPratt donates $1m for virus ‘silver-bullet solution’

Australia’s richest man, Anthony Pratt, is backing a trial of HIV and arthritis drugs that could be used to stop the coronavirus pandemic.

David Mills and staff writer

Cooking made simpleEasy recipes to revolutionise home lunches

Don’t settle for beans on toast while you’re stuck at home. These dishes take no more than three steps to cook, and your tastebuds will thank you for them.

DO NOT ENTERPerth playgrounds resemble crime scenes under new rules

They were built for toddlers and teens to release their endless energy — but they now look like crime scenes, cordoned off so those same children will stay away.

Caitlyn Rintoul