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COVID-19 and the ABCC - Find out about your rights and obligations.
For the latest COVID-19 news, updates and advice from the Australian Government visit Australia.gov.au
Please note the ABCC cannot provide exemptions to businesses in the building and construction industry that have been directed to close due to coronavirus restrictions. Please contact the coronavirus hotline in your state or territory for further assistance.
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