Prime Minister Scott Morrison says the panic buying in supermarkets across the country has been “one of the most disappointing things” about the country’s reaction to the coronavirus crisis.
Mr Morrison said in an address on Wednesday:
“On bulk purchasing of supplies. Stop hoarding. I can’t be more blunt about it. Stop it. It is not sensible, it is not helpful and it has been one of the most disappointing things I have seen in Australian behaviour in response to this crisis.
“That is not who we are as a people. It is not necessary. It is not something that people should be doing.
“There is no reason for people to be hoarding supplies in fear of a lock down or anything like this.
“The Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) advises against the bulk purchase of foods, medicines and other goods,” the Prime Minister said.
“I am seeking Australia’s common sense co-operation with these very clear advisory positions. Stop doing it. It’s ridiculous. It’s un-Australian, and it must stop.”
Mr Morrison also announced a level four travel warning for every country in the world, new restrictions on inside gatherings and spoke about the decision to leave schools open.
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