Just in from the grinning and bearing desk

Universities Australia responds to the news that the ban on direct arrivals from China is extending to March 7. “Universities are well prepared for the further extension of travel restrictions,” Chief Executive Catriona Jackson says.

Group of Eight CEOm Vicki Thomson, goes further, acknowledging national interest trumps uni interest. “The Go8 has always held the strong position that it is not its place to request any lifting or partial lifting of this ban, and has not attempted to do so. We know the government is at all times acting on the latest and best possible medical advice.”