Australian gov't orders mass closures of non-essential venues

Photo taken on March 23, 2020 shows a restaurant only providing takeaway service in Canberra, Australia. Non-essential venues across Australia have been ordered to close from midday on Monday in order to slow the spread of COVID-19. Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Sunday night announced an escalation of social distancing measures, including the mandatory closure of cinemas, pubs, entertainment venues, indoor sporting venues and so on. Restaurants and cafes will remain open but will only be allowed to offer takeaway and/or home delivery services. (Photo by Chu Chen/Xinhua)