‘It feels unreal’: elation and trepidation as Sydney businesses reopen after NSW lockdown | Sydney

There was so much excitement and demand for haircuts on Monday that Moustafa Elrifai opened his salon in Lakemba an hour early.

“When I opened my eyes today, I was crying, I swear to God. I hadn’t opened the shop in months, I’ve had to pay my bills and everything. It was tough.”

“But…