In case you haven't noticed, the Prime Minister loves a presser.
He came back from Hawaii and hip and shouldered the Premiers out of the way. Whenever there is an announcement, it is not the minister making it. It is always Scott from marketing pontificating his superior leadership skills. No one else gets a look in.
So, it's all about leadership, whether symbolic or in practice. Morrison is a goose for attending the rugby. If he had half a brain he would show the public that he is going to watch it on tv, John Howard style. Reminding people that these sports can be supported via tv. Supporting the advertisers. Supporting the code. Demonstrating that we can still support these sports even during these difficult times in a different way. Maybe even supporting a bit of family bonding while watching sport.
Instead, he is doing the boneheaded thing of pretending COVID-19 starts it's shift on Monday. Evey expert has stressed the point of control and minimizing the spread of the virus asap. Particularly from a resources angle.
The Melbourne F1 has been shut down. That is a much bigger event than the rugby. There is no excuse not to cancel his attendance.
