NSW records 818 COVID-19 cases and three deaths as Gladys Berejiklian flags easing of restrictions
3 years, 4 months ago

NSW records 818 COVID-19 cases and three deaths as Gladys Berejiklian flags easing of restrictions

ABC  

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian says the state's "outstanding" vaccination rate means residents are a step closer to freedom, despite 818 new COVID-19 infections being recorded. Key points: From today all of NSW must wear masks outside their home and curfews are in place for LGAs of concern From today all of NSW must wear masks outside their home and curfews are in place for LGAs of concern The Premier says she wants people to focus on vaccine numbers, not case numbers The Premier says she wants people to focus on vaccine numbers, not case numbers NSW is on track to hit its target of 6 million vaccine doses a week earlier than expected NSW has passed 5.9 million vaccinations, 738,000 of which were administered last week. Ms Berejiklian said NSW's vaccination rate was among the highest in the world, with the state expected to reach its target of 6 million jabs "at least a week early". Ms Berejiklian acknowledged NSW residents may be going through "the rollercoaster of emotions" as case numbers fluctuate.

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