Thousands of students will be lent computers and internet modems in NSW, in addition to Wi-Fi models for disadvantaged students unable to access online lessons at home, News Corp reports.
Governments split over school closures
While Victorian Premier Dan Andrews will close school from 24 March, the NSW Government has encouraged parents to keep their children at home.
Victorian schools to close in response to COVID-19
Victorian Premier Dan Andrews has announced that school holidays will be brought forward for government schools across the state, with schools closing from Tuesday 24 March, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.