Australia, New Zealand close borders to all foreigners

Australia and New Zealand will close their borders to all noncitizens and nonresidents, both governments announced on Thursday, in an attempt to slow the spread of the new coronavirus.The bans will not apply to immediate family members, including spouses and dependents.New Zealand will be the first of the two countries to close its borders, with international arrivals banned from midnight Thursday. Australia's travel ban will begin at 9 p.m. on Friday.Australia has recorded over 630 cases of coronavirus and six deaths. In New Zealand, 28 cases have been confirmed."The overwhelming proportio…READ FULL ARTICLE