Businesses are being urged to prepare now as daily COVID-19 cases are forecast to surge in the next month, supercharged by the highly viral variant BA.2.
COSBOA is calling for nationally consistent, standardised approach to COVID-19 restrictions so that small business owners can plan for the risk of a lockdown.
Victoria is facing the prospect of tougher COVID-19 restrictions, with Premier Daniel Andrews saying officials are doing "detailed analysis" on stepping up restrictions.
NSW Pubs are heading back to tighter restrictions after a COVID-19 cluster emerged in south west Sydney over the last weekend. Booking limits will be reduced and safety marshals will be present at venues.