NSW records 18 new COVID-19 cases, lockdown decision likely on Wednesday
3 years, 5 months ago

NSW records 18 new COVID-19 cases, lockdown decision likely on Wednesday

ABC  

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian says she hopes to announce on Wednesday whether lockdown will be extended or not. Key points: NSW recorded 18 new locally transmitted COVID-19 cases overnight There were 32,136 tests conducted, down from 52,000 tests on Monday Greater Sydney's lockdown is scheduled to end on Friday, July 9 Ms Berejiklian said decisions would be made "as late as possible" about ending the lockdown for Greater Sydney, the Blue Mountains, Central Coast, Wollongong and Shellharbour. Ms Berejiklian said she hoped to announce tomorrow whether the lockdown would be extended beyond midnight on July 9 or not. "What I can say is that based on the health advice, the NSW government is not only thinking about when we come out of lockdown, but what coming out of lockdown looks like and then in addition to that, what life looks like until the end of October when we have many more vaccines available." Ms Berejiklian said she hoped this would be the "last lockdown" until the majority of residents were vaccinated.

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Western Australia records more than 15,000 COVID-19 cases for the third day running
2 years, 7 months ago

Western Australia records more than 15,000 COVID-19 cases for the third day running

ABC  

Western Australia could see a COVID-19 caseload of up to 25,000 new infections a day in the coming weeks, the state's Chief Health Officer says. Key points: WA's Chief Health Officer says WA could see case numbers rise The state has seen three days of more than 15,000 daily cases WA's vaccine mandate for workers will be reviewed in the …

WA sets new record for COVID-19 cases as state prepares to open its doors
2 years, 10 months ago

WA sets new record for COVID-19 cases as state prepares to open its doors

ABC  

Western Australia has again broken its daily record for COVID-19 cases, with 257 new local infections, as the state recorded what are believed to be its first cases in a remote Aboriginal community in the current outbreak. Key points: There are now at least 877 active infections in Western Australia There are now at least 877 active infections in Western …

Lockdown likely in Mumbai if daily COVID-19 cases cross 20,000, says Mayor Kishori Pednekar
2 years, 11 months ago

Lockdown likely in Mumbai if daily COVID-19 cases cross 20,000, says Mayor Kishori Pednekar

Firstpost  

Talking to reporters at her office in the BMC headquarters, Pednekar suggested that citizens wear triple-layer masks while travelling in public buses and local trains Mumbai: Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar on Tuesday said if the daily COVID-19 cases in the financial capital cross the 20,000-mark, a lockdown will be imposed in the city as per the Union government’s rules. The …

Significant relaxation of hard lockdown unlikely next week: Outbreak team member
2 years, 11 months ago

Significant relaxation of hard lockdown unlikely next week: Outbreak team member

NL Times  

There is no clear evidence to support significantly relaxing the coronavirus measures in the Netherlands next week, said infectious disease expert and Outbreak Management Team member Marc Bonten on Nieuwsuur. Due to the Omicron variant, caution is still required, and people should "not hold out too much hope" that all lockdown measures will expire, he said. While it is clear …

Covid-19 Cases Rising, Lockdown Last Option, Says Chhattisgarh CM; Directs Officials to Enforce Measures to Control Situation
2 years, 11 months ago

Covid-19 Cases Rising, Lockdown Last Option, Says Chhattisgarh CM; Directs Officials to Enforce Measures to Control Situation

News 18  

Amid a rise in COVID-19 cases in Chhattisgarh, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Monday chaired an emergency meeting of ministers, senior officials and asked district level authorities to increase testing and also impose restrictions on major public events to prevent crowding. Coronavirus cases are rising rapidly and it seems a third wave of infections is approaching, the CM said, but …

Dutch evening lockdown will likely be extended into 2022: Report
3 years ago

Dutch evening lockdown will likely be extended into 2022: Report

NL Times  

The current slate of coronavirus restrictions will be extended at least until January 1, sources close to the Cabinet told NOS. The decision to extend the evening lockdown was based on advice from the Outbreak Management Team, which was discussed by several Cabinet members on Sunday afternoon. Additionally, there will be no change to the maximum number of household guests …

NT records one new COVID-19 case but lockout to end in Greater Darwin
3 years, 1 month ago

NT records one new COVID-19 case but lockout to end in Greater Darwin

ABC  

The Greater Darwin lockout will end at midnight tonight, Chief Minister Michael Gunner says, despite the Northern Territory recording one new case of COVID-19. Key points: The new case does not present a threat, Mr Gunner says Wastewater testing in Greater Darwin has returned negative results A mask mandate will remain after the lockout lifts Mr Gunner said the positive …

NT records one new COVID case on day two of lockdown and lockout restrictions
3 years, 1 month ago

NT records one new COVID case on day two of lockdown and lockout restrictions

ABC  

The Northern Territory has recorded one new case of coronavirus, Chief Minister Michael Gunner says. Key points: The current NT outbreak has grown to three Katherine and Greater Darwin are in day two of three-day COVID restrictions The new case is a 21-year-old woman who had received one vaccine dose The new case is a 21-year old woman who arrived …

Melbourne reopens as world's most locked-down city eases COVID-19 curbs
3 years, 2 months ago

Melbourne reopens as world's most locked-down city eases COVID-19 curbs

Firstpost  

The second biggest city in Australia spent more than 260 days under lockdown since the beginning of the pandemic Melbourne: Melbourne reopened on Friday after enduring one of the world’s most prolonged series of lockdowns, with relieved residents toasting their freedom in bars and restaurants or queuing for desperately needed haircuts. “As my kids say — there’s a big vibe …

Melbourne reopens as world’s most locked-down city eases limits
3 years, 2 months ago

Melbourne reopens as world’s most locked-down city eases limits

Al Jazeera  

State Premier Daniel Andrews promises there will be ‘no more lockdowns’ as Victoria hits its vaccination targets. Australia’s second-largest city has so far endured 262 days, or nearly nine months, of restrictions during six separate lockdowns since March 2020, representing the longest cumulative lockdown for any city in the world. “I have urged our customer base, make sure you have …

Victoria set to scrap COVID-19 quarantine requirements for fully vaccinated international travellers
3 years, 2 months ago

Victoria set to scrap COVID-19 quarantine requirements for fully vaccinated international travellers

ABC  

Victoria is set to scrap COVID-19 quarantine requirements for international arrivals from next month, bringing it into line with New South Wales. It's understood arriving travellers would need to be fully immunised and test negative for coronavirus. At this stage, it's believed the quarantine changes will be officially announced at Friday's COVID-19 media conference. Melbourne opening up after 263 days …

The ACT has recorded 17 new cases of COVID-19 as 80 per cent vaccination milestone is reached
3 years, 2 months ago

The ACT has recorded 17 new cases of COVID-19 as 80 per cent vaccination milestone is reached

ABC  

The ACT has reached 80 per cent full vaccination coverage of Canberrans aged 12 and over. Key points: Six of today's cases are yet to be linked to a known source Six of today's cases are yet to be linked to a known source ACT charities say they expect an influx of donations as restrictions continue to ease ACT charities …

Victoria records 1,838 COVID cases and seven deaths, state to exit lockdown on Thursday
3 years, 2 months ago

Victoria records 1,838 COVID cases and seven deaths, state to exit lockdown on Thursday

ABC  

The lockdown in Melbourne and parts of regional Victoria will lift from 11:59pm on Thursday when the state is expected to reach its goal of having 70 per cent of those aged 16+ fully vaccinated. Key points: There have been 145 deaths in Victoria during the Delta outbreak The lockdown will lift at 11:59pm this Thursday Soon, more than 90 …

When will Melbourne's COVID lockdown lift and what you will be able to do?
3 years, 2 months ago

When will Melbourne's COVID lockdown lift and what you will be able to do?

ABC  

After months of stay-at-home orders and progressively stricter rules around social movements, Victoria has announced a lifting of its lockdown this week. Victoria's Premier Daniel Andrews says the state's lockdown will lift at 11:59pm on Thursday, when 70 per cent of eligible adults are expected to be fully vaccinated. Hospitality and entertainment Outdoor cafes will open with up to 50 …

Sydney to end COVID-19 quarantine for international travellers
3 years, 2 months ago

Sydney to end COVID-19 quarantine for international travellers

Live Mint  

Sydney will end its COVID-19 quarantine for fully vaccinated international travellers from Nov. 1, New South Wales Premier Dominic Perrottet said on Friday, foreshadowing the full return of overseas travel after more than 19 months. The federal government's reopening plans unveiled in July proposed abolishing caps on returning vaccinated Australians and a gradual reopening of international travel with safe countries …

Covid-19 NSW: Dominic Perrottet announces HUGE changes to lockdown freedom roadmap
3 years, 2 months ago

Covid-19 NSW: Dominic Perrottet announces HUGE changes to lockdown freedom roadmap

Daily Mail  

All school students will return to the classroom in just two weeks and wearing of masks inside offices will be scrapped under changes to NSW's Covid exit roadmap announced by new premier Dominic Perrotet on Thursday. FROM OCTOBER 11: * Indoor gatherings capped at 10 people * Outdoor gatherings capped at 30 people * Weddings and funerals capped at 100 …

Far West NSW communities rejoice as COVID lockdown comes to an end
3 years, 2 months ago

Far West NSW communities rejoice as COVID lockdown comes to an end

ABC  

Many residents across the Central Darling Shire are welcoming the end of lockdown, but those living in Wilcannia and Menindee will need to wait a little longer. Key points: Most of the Central Darling Shire's communities can now visit hospitality venues under eased COVID rules Menindee and Wilcannia remain in lockdown for now White Cliffs business owner says many people …

NSW extends lockdown for 20 regional LGAs after recording 941 new Covid cases and six deaths
3 years, 2 months ago

NSW extends lockdown for 20 regional LGAs after recording 941 new Covid cases and six deaths

Daily Mail  

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has hinted she will bring forward more freedoms as the state records 941 Covid-19 cases and six deaths as 21 regional areas have their lockdowns extended until October 11. Four of the latest victims were unvaccinated while two had received one dose Patrons at pubs and restaurants will be able to make unlimited bookings once 80 …

New Zealand extends lockdown in virus-hit Auckland
3 years, 3 months ago

New Zealand extends lockdown in virus-hit Auckland

Deccan Chronicle  

WELLINGTON: New Zealand's largest city of Auckland will remain in strict Covid-19 lockdown for at least another week as a Delta variant outbreak "rumbles along", Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said Monday. Ardern said the city's two million residents needed to abide by stay-at-home orders because of the emergence of several "mystery cases" which had not yet been linked to existing …

ACT records 13 new COVID-19 cases, as Yass Valley heads back into lockdown from midnight
3 years, 3 months ago

ACT records 13 new COVID-19 cases, as Yass Valley heads back into lockdown from midnight

ABC  

The ACT has recorded 13 new COVID-19 cases, at least 10 of which were infectious in the community. Key points: There are currently 245 active cases in the territory There are currently 245 active cases in the territory Overnight, a childcare centre, specialist school and Aboriginal Health Centre were listed as exposure sites Overnight, a childcare centre, specialist school and …

Coronavirus New Zealand: Lockdown to end in NZ but stay in place for Auckland after 20 new cases
3 years, 3 months ago

Coronavirus New Zealand: Lockdown to end in NZ but stay in place for Auckland after 20 new cases

Daily Mail  

Jacinda Ardern's government is ending New Zealand's lockdown outside Auckland after seeing a dip in COVID-19 cases. In a likely reference to Australia, Ms Ardern said 'what I don't want to do is make the mistake of moving too quickly and then seeing a resurgence because that has happened with Delta before' Places outside of NZ's biggest city will shift …

Canberra's lockdown extended for two weeks as ACT records 13 new cases of COVID-19
3 years, 3 months ago

Canberra's lockdown extended for two weeks as ACT records 13 new cases of COVID-19

ABC  

Canberra's lockdown has been extended for two weeks after the territory recorded 13 new locally acquired cases of COVID-19. Key points: The ACT's lockdown has been extended for two weeks until September 17 The ACT's lockdown has been extended for two weeks until September 17 At least eight of the newly announced cases were infectious while in the community At …

Australian State Warns Covid-19 Hospitalisations to Peak in October
3 years, 3 months ago

Australian State Warns Covid-19 Hospitalisations to Peak in October

News 18  

Australia’s most populous state New South Wales, the epicentre of its current COVID-19 outbreak, will hit a peak in intensive care hospitalisations in October as cases accumulate, amid reporting of a record daily rise in new infections on Monday. New South Wales declared a record 1,290 new cases as the nation struggles to contain the highly contagious Delta variant of …

Victoria to remain in lockdown as COVID cases surge but Andrews hopeful of driving down numbers
3 years, 3 months ago

Victoria to remain in lockdown as COVID cases surge but Andrews hopeful of driving down numbers

ABC  

As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in the state, Victorians have been told to prepare for another lockdown extension. "Obviously with almost 100 cases today, where many of them remain mysteries, many of them were out in the community during their infectious period, it is not going to be possible for us to open up our Victorian community in just …

Records tumble in NSW as the state records 1,218 new Covid cases
3 years, 3 months ago

Records tumble in NSW as the state records 1,218 new Covid cases

Daily Mail  

New South Wales has had another record-breaking day with 1,218 new Covid cases, just days after Gladys Berejiklian promised to reopen as early as October. But obviously, before then, if local government areas are demonstrating a decline in numbers, they will be opportunities for us to act in that regard as well,' she said On Friday, 156,165 people came forward …

Premier Daniel Andrews confirms Victorian lockdown will be extended as 92 new COVID cases recorded
3 years, 3 months ago

Premier Daniel Andrews confirms Victorian lockdown will be extended as 92 new COVID cases recorded

ABC  

Premier Daniel Andrews has confirmed Victoria's sixth lockdown will be extended past Thursday, but it is too early to say which settings will be in place and how long the restrictions will last. Key points: Just 63 of the new cases were linked to known outbreaks Just 63 of the new cases were linked to known outbreaks Mr Andrews took …

Covid-19 Australia: NSW to trial reopening hairdressers to see how lockdown easing goes
3 years, 3 months ago

Covid-19 Australia: NSW to trial reopening hairdressers to see how lockdown easing goes

Daily Mail  

Hairdressers in NSW are set to re-open for residents who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as part of a trial to prepare for wider restriction easing when 70 per cent of the state has had both doses. Premier Gladys Berejiklian did not announce the re-opening of hairdressers and salons as expected on Thursday - instead easing gathering limits for the …

Origin of COVID-19 infection behind NT lockdown unknown, Chief Minister uncertain on Christmas travel
3 years, 4 months ago

Origin of COVID-19 infection behind NT lockdown unknown, Chief Minister uncertain on Christmas travel

ABC  

The Northern Territory Chief Minister says health authorities are still unsure how an infected man that caused lockdowns in Greater Darwin and Katherine last week caught coronavirus. Key points: The Chief Minister said the man could have caught the virus in the US He said he could not rule out longer lockdowns in the future The Chief Minister would not …

Australia COVID-19 panel backs reopening plans amid Delta surge
3 years, 4 months ago

Australia COVID-19 panel backs reopening plans amid Delta surge

Al Jazeera  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says ‘forever’ lockdowns will do more harm than good to the country, even as he acknowledges concern about infections. Australia can proceed with its reopening plans when the country reaches 70 to 80 percent vaccination levels, the government’s pandemic modelling adviser said, even as some states hinted they may not ease border curbs if Sydney fails …

Prime Minister says country must prepare for more COVID-19 cases and an end to lockdowns
3 years, 4 months ago

Prime Minister says country must prepare for more COVID-19 cases and an end to lockdowns

ABC  

The Prime Minister has warned state and territory leaders they must not be afraid of COVID-19 cases rising once enough of the population is vaccinated against the virus. Key points: The Prime Minister says states and territories must hold to an agreement to wind down COVID-19 restrictions as more people are vaccinated The Prime Minister says states and territories must …

NSW records its worst day of the COVID-19 pandemic so far against a backdrop of curfews, police and protests
3 years, 4 months ago

NSW records its worst day of the COVID-19 pandemic so far against a backdrop of curfews, police and protests

ABC  

For as long as Sydney has been in lockdown, commentators — including Premier Gladys Berejiklian's interstate counterparts — have loudly called for tougher restrictions, lamenting what they saw as "lockdown lite". West and south-west Sydney are bearing the brunt of the state's COVID-19 response, with nearly all of the new restrictions only applicable to residents in "local government areas of …

All of Victoria now in lockdown after more than 61 new COVID-19 cases, Shepparton outbreak grows
3 years, 4 months ago

All of Victoria now in lockdown after more than 61 new COVID-19 cases, Shepparton outbreak grows

ABC  

Regional Victoria has been placed back into lockdown, childcare has been closed to all but essential workers and rules have been tightened for Melbourne workplaces, Premier Daniel Andrews has confirmed. Key points: The whole state entered the same lockdown settings from 1:00pm Saturday, but regional Victoria avoided a curfew Of the 61 new cases, 48 are linked to known outbreaks …

COVID: Sydney lockdown extended, masks required outside
3 years, 4 months ago

COVID: Sydney lockdown extended, masks required outside

India TV News  

A lockdown in Australia’s largest city was extended throughout September and tougher measures to curb the coronavirus’s delta variant were imposed Friday, including a curfew and a mask mandate outdoors. New South Wales state, which includes Sydney, reported 642 locally acquired infections in the latest 24-hour period, the fourth consecutive day of tallies exceeding 600. Elsewhere in the Asia-Pacific region: …

Sydney extends Covid-19 lockdown until September-end; night curfew in some areas
3 years, 4 months ago

Sydney extends Covid-19 lockdown until September-end; night curfew in some areas

Live Mint  

SYDNEY: Australian authorities on Friday extended a COVID-19 lockdown in Sydney until the end of September and introduced a night curfew in the city's worst-affected suburbs, after nearly two months of curbs failed to contain an outbreak of the Delta variant. New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian also announced the city's 5 million residents must wear a mask as soon …

Sydney lockdown extended for one month as NSW records 644 COVID-19 cases, four deaths
3 years, 4 months ago

Sydney lockdown extended for one month as NSW records 644 COVID-19 cases, four deaths

ABC  

Greater Sydney's COVID-19 lockdown has been extended until the end of September and a raft of new restrictions — including a curfew — will be introduced after NSW recorded 644 new infections. Key points: People in NSW will have to wear masks while outside in NSW, unless they're exercising People in NSW will have to wear masks while outside in …

NSW records 681 new COVID-19 cases and another death as regional lockdown extended
3 years, 4 months ago

NSW records 681 new COVID-19 cases and another death as regional lockdown extended

ABC  

Premier Gladys Berejiklian says NSW is "learning to live" with the Delta strain as she confirmed 681 new COVID-19 cases, the highest number the state has recorded in a day. Key points: Regional lockdown has been extended until August 28, in line with Greater Sydney Regional lockdown has been extended until August 28, in line with Greater Sydney Wilcannia, in …

Gladys Berejiklian slaps down reporter for insisting she send state into more radical lockdown
3 years, 4 months ago

Gladys Berejiklian slaps down reporter for insisting she send state into more radical lockdown

Daily Mail  

A tired Gladys Berejiklian launched into a reporter for insisting she send New South Wales into a more radical lockdown, barking: 'It's not your press conference'. Gladys Berejiklian has launched into a reporter for insisting she send the entirety of New South Wales into a more radical lockdown, barking : 'it's not your press conference' 'Excuse me, it's not your …

NSW records 633 new COVID-19 cases, three deaths as Premier warns state has not seen the worst yet
3 years, 4 months ago

NSW records 633 new COVID-19 cases, three deaths as Premier warns state has not seen the worst yet

ABC  

Premier Gladys Berejiklian says NSW has not "seen the worst of it" as she confirmed a pandemic record 633 new COVID-19 cases and three deaths. Key points: The virus has been detected in sewage in Bathurst, Orange and Yamba The virus has been detected in sewage in Bathurst, Orange and Yamba Parents have been asked not to send their children …

COVID-19 latest news: New South Wales records 452 cases, Victoria reports 24 during Melbourne's extended lockdown
3 years, 4 months ago

COVID-19 latest news: New South Wales records 452 cases, Victoria reports 24 during Melbourne's extended lockdown

ABC  

It's another big day of coronavirus news across Australia, so let's quickly bring you up to speed on what you need to know. Here's how today's stats break down: 129 were linked to a known case or cluster The sources of the other 323 are still being investigated 30 cases were infectious in the community 24 were in isolation for …

Canberra COVID-19 cluster grows to 28 as ACT lockdown extended for two weeks
3 years, 4 months ago

Canberra COVID-19 cluster grows to 28 as ACT lockdown extended for two weeks

ABC  

The ACT has recorded 19 new locally acquired cases of COVID-19, taking the total number of active cases in Canberra to 28. Key points: One of the confirmed cases is a worker at an aged care facility who was infectious at work for three days One of the confirmed cases is a worker at an aged care facility who was …

NSW in statewide COVID-19 lockdown as Premier Gladys Berejiklian warns next two months 'will be really difficult'
3 years, 4 months ago

NSW in statewide COVID-19 lockdown as Premier Gladys Berejiklian warns next two months 'will be really difficult'

ABC  

As NSW wakes up to a statewide lockdown, Premier Gladys Berejiklian warns the months of "September and October will be really difficult". Key points: The Premier says keeping people safe in the lead-up to the 80 per cent vaccination target will be a challenge She has praised the Fairfield and Canterbury-Bankstown areas for boosting vaccinations The Deputy Premier says some …

COVID updates: NSW records 415 new cases; Australia secures 1 million additional Pfizer vaccine doses — as it happened
3 years, 4 months ago

COVID updates: NSW records 415 new cases; Australia secures 1 million additional Pfizer vaccine doses — as it happened

ABC  

Regional New South Wales is doing its best to cope with the latest week-long, snap lockdown announced with about 2 hours' notice. New South Wales has recorded another four COVID-19 deaths, with 415 new locally acquired cases, slightly down from yesterday. NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian said one day does not make a trend, and the main suburbs of concern remain …

NSW Covid: Twenty-six exposure sites listed around state on worst day since pandemic began
3 years, 4 months ago

NSW Covid: Twenty-six exposure sites listed around state on worst day since pandemic began

Daily Mail  

New South Wales recorded its darkest day since the Covid-19 pandemic began on Saturday with 466 new infections. New South Wales experienced its darkest day since the Covid-19 pandemic began on Saturday with 466 new infections recorded and another 26 exposure sites listed around the state NSW Health on Saturday flagged several sites that were visited by Covid-19 cases including …

NSW residents slam deputy premier for announcing regional lockdown in a TWEET
3 years, 4 months ago

NSW residents slam deputy premier for announcing regional lockdown in a TWEET

Daily Mail  

The whole of NSW will be plunged into lockdown from 5pm Saturday with residents slamming the move being announced on Twitter hours after the state's highly televised Covid press conference. Deputy Premier John Barilaro announced the restrictions would last for one week for all of regional NSW on Twitter on Saturday afternoon - two hours before the lockdown was due …

NSW COVID-19 lockdown laws tightened, restricting travel from Greater Sydney after crisis Cabinet meeting
3 years, 4 months ago

NSW COVID-19 lockdown laws tightened, restricting travel from Greater Sydney after crisis Cabinet meeting

ABC  

Greater Sydney residents will need a permit to leave the region, under a swathe of new rules to tighten the state's lockdown laws. Key points: Under new rules, people from Greater Sydney can't travel to their holiday home Under new rules, people from Greater Sydney can't travel to their holiday home Anyone who needs to isolate while awaiting COVID test …

Covid NSW: Huge changes coming to Sydney's lockdown as police are granted more powers
3 years, 4 months ago

Covid NSW: Huge changes coming to Sydney's lockdown as police are granted more powers

Daily Mail  

Sweeping changes are coming to Sydney's lockdown as police are given 48 hours to redraft the public health orders to bring the city's spiralling Covid crisis under control. THE CHANGES COMING TO SYDNEY'S LOCKDOWN A ban on Sydneysiders travelling to second residences intrastate Greater policing powers to ensure compliance within singles bubbles More ADF troops deployed across the city to …

Coronavirus Australia: Daniel Andrews no-show amid fears Melbourne lockdown could be extended
3 years, 4 months ago

Coronavirus Australia: Daniel Andrews no-show amid fears Melbourne lockdown could be extended

Daily Mail  

Melbourne's chances of emerging from its sixth lockdown this week remain on knife's edge, despite no coronavirus cases in intensive care. Health officials are concerned about Caroline Springs in Melbourne's north-west where 25 cases linked with the Caroline Springs Square shopping centre There are growing fears Melbourne's lockdown will be extended beyond midnight Thursday. IPC Health St Albans, 1 Andrea …

Cairns plunged into three-day lockdown over 'concerning' COVID-19 case
3 years, 4 months ago

Cairns plunged into three-day lockdown over 'concerning' COVID-19 case

ABC  

Cairns and Yarrabah have officially been plunged into a snap three-day lockdown from 4:00pm, after an "unexpected" case of COVID-19 in the community. Key points: The mysterious case was in the community for 10 days Health authorities don't know the source of infection Cairns will have the same lockdown rules south-east Queensland had One of the nine new cases in …

Victoria records six local COVID-19 cases as statewide lockdown begins
3 years, 4 months ago

Victoria records six local COVID-19 cases as statewide lockdown begins

ABC  

Health Minister Martin Foley has warned the state is in a "precarious position" after it recorded six new locally acquired cases, including one in a student at a specialist school in Melbourne's west. Key points: Victoria has recorded six new locally acquired COVID-19 cases which are linked but were not quarantined while infectious Two Virgin flights in and out of …

Queensland records 16 community cases of COVID-19 on day three of lockdown
3 years, 4 months ago

Queensland records 16 community cases of COVID-19 on day three of lockdown

ABC  

Queensland recorded 16 locally acquired cases on the south-east's third day of lockdown as authorities hinted at when restrictions could be relaxed. Key points: Queensland's Delta cluster across several major schools now stands at 47 cases Chief Health Officer Jeannette Young says she's concerned she still does not know how all of the cases are linked School children have been …

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