Coronavirus: a new Banksy for doctors and health professionals

Handout image issued by the Instagram page of @banksy of a new artwork painted by Banksy during lockdown, which has gone on display in a hospital corridor.

Handout image issued by the Instagram page of @banksy of a new artwork painted by Banksy during lockdown, which has gone on display in a hospital corridor. Source: Press Association

The street artist's work appeared on the wall of a hospital in Southampton, England.


"Game changer" is the title of a new work by street artist Banksy that appeared on the wall of a hospital in Southampton, England.

The artist wanted to create his own tribute to doctors and health personnel engaged in the fight against coronavirus.

Meanwhile in Australia, the finalists of the 36th edition of the "Telstra National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Awards" have been announced.

People in Australia must stay at least 1.5 metres away from others. Check your state’s restrictions on gathering limits. Testing for coronavirus is now widely available across Australia.

If you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms, arrange a test by calling your doctor or contact the Coronavirus Health Information Hotline on 1800 020 080. The federal government's coronavirus tracing app COVIDSafe is available for download from your phone's app store.


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