Tasmania 'one of the highest per-capita states' with COVID-19, but deaths staying low
2 years, 11 months ago

Tasmania 'one of the highest per-capita states' with COVID-19, but deaths staying low

ABC  

With the total number of COVID-19 infections tipping over 100,000, you would have had to be living under a rock to not notice the recent wave of illness breaking out across Tasmania. Key points: One in five Tasmanians have had COVID-19, the highest rate of infection per capita in the country, according to Greens MP and epidemiologist Rosalie Woodruff A leading epidemiologist says people who contract COVID-19 before winter may have some level of protection during the colder months Tasmania's high rates of vaccination has led to the lowest amount of COVID-related deaths in the country It is seeing schools go without teachers, businesses temporarily shut down and essential workers forced to stay home due to rules around close contacts. "We have high case rates in Tasmania, but hospital rates and death rates are very low and that's because of vaccinations," said Dr Graham. Daily data on COVID-19 cases, hospitalisations and deaths Photo shows Covid data tracker The data tracking Australia's COVID-19 developments provide a guide to how the country is faring in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. "There's some data out of Qatar that shows people who were double vaccinated and then a natural infection, in fact, had better antibody levels and protection than those who got a booster," he said.

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The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories
1 year, 5 months ago

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories

ABC  

Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction for the past week, as reported on Friday, October 27, 2023. Source: ACT Health New South Wales New South Wales's new COVID-19 reporting process now works on a seven-day rolling average system, as per the federal government's national reporting site. Source: NT Health Queensland Queensland's …

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories
1 year, 5 months ago

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories

ABC  

Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction for the past week, as reported on Friday, October 20, 2023. Source: ACT Health New South Wales The state has recorded 1,541 new COVID-19 cases, up from last week's total of 1,332. Source: NT Health Queensland Queensland's new COVID-19 reporting process now works on a …

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories
1 year, 6 months ago

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories

ABC  

Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction for the past week, as reported on September 29, 2023. Source: ACT Health New South Wales The state has recorded 2,232 new COVID-19 cases, down from last week's total of 2,333. Source: NT Health Queensland Queensland has recorded 77 new average daily COVID-19 cases in …

Spike in deaths in Australia from COVID illnesses, not vaccine
2 years ago

Spike in deaths in Australia from COVID illnesses, not vaccine

Associated Press  

CLAIM: Australia is seeing its sharpest rise in deaths in 80 years because of the coronavirus vaccine. Clearly that’s not the pattern in Australia.” Jason Donohoe, a spokesperson for the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care, concurred, adding that the agency’s ongoing review of the vaccine has so far found that the inoculation led to death only in “extremely …

COVID-19 cases start to rise again in South Australia, in line with new wave predictions
2 years, 4 months ago

COVID-19 cases start to rise again in South Australia, in line with new wave predictions

ABC  

The number of new COVID-19 cases in South Australia has jumped by more than 1,000 over the past week, as experts warn another wave of infection is starting across the country. Key points: The number of COVID-19 cases in South Australia has risen to 3,797 over the past week This rise is in line with predictions of a new wave …

Australia's Covid-19 hospitalizations hit record high | Top global Covid updates
2 years, 8 months ago

Australia's Covid-19 hospitalizations hit record high | Top global Covid updates

Hindustan Times  

The global Covid tally is nearing 567 million, with around 6,376,503 deaths. The World Health Organization in its latest update said that cases increased in Europe, Americas, Western Pacific, South East Asia, while there was a drop in Eastern Mediterranean and Africa. However, the figures reported to the United Nations health body did not include data from Australia where Australians …

Australia sees record COVID-19 cases, hospital admissions due to Omicron variants, influenza as nation's hospitals struggle
2 years, 8 months ago

Australia sees record COVID-19 cases, hospital admissions due to Omicron variants, influenza as nation's hospitals struggle

ABC  

In what feels like a repeat of 2020, demand in hospitals from flu and COVID-19 cases has threatened to "outstrip supply" as thousands of sick healthcare workers become part of the record-breaking statistics around the nation. Here's what SA reported on Monday: 4,053 new cases 306 patients in hospital, 11 of them in ICU, and none requiring ventilation Two further …

Victoria records grim pandemic milestone with COVID deaths surpassing 4,000
2 years, 8 months ago

Victoria records grim pandemic milestone with COVID deaths surpassing 4,000

ABC  

Victoria has reached another grim milestone, recording more than 4,000 COVID deaths since the pandemic began. Key points: Victoria further relaxed its COVID restrictions at the end of June Australia hit 10,000 COVID deaths over the weekend An epidemiologist says deaths can be prevented by encouraging mask wearing and vaccination Victoria recorded 16 new deaths and 8,740 new cases of …

SA Health reports 14 new COVID-linked deaths, including a man in his 30s
2 years, 10 months ago

SA Health reports 14 new COVID-linked deaths, including a man in his 30s

ABC  

A man in his 30s is among 14 new deaths of COVID-positive people reported by South Australian health authorities. Key points: SA Health has reported 14 new deaths of people with COVID-19 They occurred over the past two months Cases are up compared with the past few days The deaths occurred between March and May but were only reported by …

How many Australians have died from COVID-19? How many have had COVID?
2 years, 10 months ago

How many Australians have died from COVID-19? How many have had COVID?

ABC  

COVID-19 infections in Australia hit worldwide highs last week, with infection rates per capita among the highest around the globe. Australia's death toll by state Deaths Victoria 3,193 New South Wales 3,022 Queensland 961 South Australia 415 Western Australia 210 Tasmania 69 ACT 60 Northern Territory 46 Australia 7,976 *Data as of May 20, 2022. Some 15 million people died …

COVID-19 density and capacity restrictions in Tasmania to be scrapped from Friday
2 years, 10 months ago

COVID-19 density and capacity restrictions in Tasmania to be scrapped from Friday

ABC  

Tasmania will do away with density and capacity limits from all settings come midnight this Friday. Key points: Premier Jeremy Rockliff said there would be "no limitations on the number of people that can attend" events The Premier said mask requirements in some settings would remain, but "we'll have more to say in the coming weeks" According to Public Health, …

Are we at a point where Australians tolerate people dying from COVID-19?
2 years, 11 months ago

Are we at a point where Australians tolerate people dying from COVID-19?

ABC  

We seem to be at the point in this pandemic where people die every day from COVID-19 … and we're OK with that. "We seem to have closed our eyes to the suffering and the deaths that are still occurring due to Omicron, so I think it's bordering on irresponsible," Professor Toole said. You don't see social media lit up …

Three people with COVID-19 die in South Australia as state tops 400,000 cases since start of pandemic
2 years, 11 months ago

Three people with COVID-19 die in South Australia as state tops 400,000 cases since start of pandemic

ABC  

Three people with COVID-19 have died in South Australia and another 3,924 new cases have been recorded. Key points: Almost a quarter of South Australia's population has now had COVID-19 The number of hospitalisations has fallen Close contacts do not have to isolate from tomorrow Those who died were a woman in her 80s, a man in his 50s and …

South Australia records 4,856 new COVID-19 cases amid jump in testing
2 years, 11 months ago

South Australia records 4,856 new COVID-19 cases amid jump in testing

ABC  

There have been another three COVID-linked deaths in South Australia, which on Wednesday reported 4,856 new cases of the virus — about 1,400 more than Tuesday. Key points: There are 247 people in hospital with the virus The latest three people to die were women aged in their 50s, 80s and 90s The number of current active cases is 26,486 …

Active cases and hospitalisations fall in South Australia, as 4,986 new infections recorded
2 years, 11 months ago

Active cases and hospitalisations fall in South Australia, as 4,986 new infections recorded

ABC  

The number of South Australians currently suffering from COVID-19 has dropped by almost 1,500 from yesterday, as hospitalisations fall to 220. Key points: South Australia recorded 4,986 new infections on Wednesday Hospitalisations have fallen by 12 from yesterday The Premier said the ramping crisis was "far from over" Two people — a woman in her 80s and man in his …

More than 7,000 new COVID cases and four deaths reported in Western Australia
3 years ago

More than 7,000 new COVID cases and four deaths reported in Western Australia

ABC  

Western Australia has reported 7,197 new COVID-19 cases and four deaths — three of which were historical. Key points: The number of new cases in WA has been steady in recent days The number of new cases in WA has been steady in recent days More than 200 people are in hospital with COVID, with 10 in ICU More than …

COVID updates: All the coronavirus news from around Australia
3 years ago

COVID updates: All the coronavirus news from around Australia

ABC  

Here's a quick wrap of what's happening in COVID-19 news across Australia. Tasmania Another person has been admitted to intensive care with COVID-19, bringing the state's total number of cases in ICU to five. Tasmania has recorded 1,167 new cases overall and known active cases in the state have risen to 5,975, but the numbers are still below the January …

South Australia records two COVID-linked deaths and 1,618 new cases
3 years ago

South Australia records two COVID-linked deaths and 1,618 new cases

ABC  

The number of new COVID-19 cases in South Australia has again jumped above 1,600, bucking a downward trend in recent days. Key points: Two men, aged in their 80s and 90s, have died with COVID-19 There are 111 people currently in hospital, including nine in intensive care The 1,618 new cases represents an increase of 260 on yesterday's number There …

Four COVID-19 deaths in South Australia as cases jump following increase in testing
3 years, 1 month ago

Four COVID-19 deaths in South Australia as cases jump following increase in testing

ABC  

South Australia has recorded another four deaths of people with COVID-19, amid a significant rise in daily cases. Key points: Three people in their 60s and one in their 80s have died South Australian COVID-19 test numbers and cases have increased It comes after all school students returned to classrooms on Monday There are 1,624 new cases, an increase of …

South Australia records 11 COVID-related deaths, 3,777 new cases
3 years, 2 months ago

South Australia records 11 COVID-related deaths, 3,777 new cases

ABC  

South Australia has recorded 11 COVID-related deaths, a record number for the state. Key points: South Australia has recorded 11 COVID related deaths The Premier says not all of the cases necessarily occurred in the past 24 hours The state saw an increase in people in ICU and on ventilators Premier Steven Marshall said the high number might be the …

Tasmania records 927 COVID cases, three in ICU, as national cabinet meets to discuss return-to-school plans
3 years, 2 months ago

Tasmania records 927 COVID cases, three in ICU, as national cabinet meets to discuss return-to-school plans

ABC  

Tasmania has recorded 927 new COVID cases and one more patient in intensive care, for a total of three. Key points: Active cases in Tasmania are dropping The state government is expected to reveal more of its back-to-school plan this afternoon The Mersey Community Hospital is now at escalation level three after a COVID outbreak in a ward There are …

Queensland records six COVID-19 deaths, almost 15,000 new cases as border changes announced
3 years, 2 months ago

Queensland records six COVID-19 deaths, almost 15,000 new cases as border changes announced

ABC  

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced border restrictions on interstate travellers will be removed earlier than planned, on the same day the state recorded its largest number of COVID-19 deaths. Key points: It is the largest number of COVID deaths recorded on a single day in Queensland From 1:00am on Saturday border passes and negative tests will no longer be …

Tourists not deterred by Omicron COVID-19 outbreak, with many eyeing regional areas
3 years, 2 months ago

Tourists not deterred by Omicron COVID-19 outbreak, with many eyeing regional areas

ABC  

Two years ago, Annabelle Brett and Alexander Tait were planning an overseas honeymoon but when that was up-ended by a global pandemic, Tasmania was top of their list. Key points: The tourism industry says there is evidence tourists are heading to regional areas outside cities Tourism operators are seeing some cancellations but people are still opting to get around the …

Tasmania records 751 new cases of COVID-19 as authorities warn of surge
3 years, 2 months ago

Tasmania records 751 new cases of COVID-19 as authorities warn of surge

ABC  

Tasmania has recorded 751 new cases of COVID-19 in the state, as health authorities warn the true number of active cases is likely much higher than what is being reported. Key points: Tasmania has recorded 751 new cases of COVID from nearly 3,000 PCR tests conducted One person has been admitted to hospital for COVID-related complications but is not in …

Dozens of COVID cases recorded on Tasmania's remote King Island
3 years, 2 months ago

Dozens of COVID cases recorded on Tasmania's remote King Island

ABC  

About 60 new COVID-19 infections have been recorded on Tasmania's King Island, following what appears to be a super-spreading event. Key points: Sixty positive results have returned in the island The Mayor expects more positive results will come back, with nearly 90 extra tests done yesterday and a mobile clinic doing more testing today Many businesses are being affected by …

Tasmania records 702 new cases of COVID-19, as Health Minister suggests 2,000 cases per day likely soon
3 years, 2 months ago

Tasmania records 702 new cases of COVID-19, as Health Minister suggests 2,000 cases per day likely soon

ABC  

Tasmanians should prepare themselves for 2,000 COVID cases a day in the weeks ahead but the health system is prepared for such an outcome, Health Minister Jeremy Rockliff says. Key points: Tasmania has recorded 702 new cases of COVID, marking a new daily record for the state One person is in hospital being treated for COVID complications Testing clinics are …

COVID updates: Millions of Australians now eligible for COVID booster shots, Queensland CHO warns positive cases 'infecting between seven and 10 others'
3 years, 2 months ago

COVID updates: Millions of Australians now eligible for COVID booster shots, Queensland CHO warns positive cases 'infecting between seven and 10 others'

ABC  

While we wait for Western Australia to announce today's COVID figures, let's check in on some other cities around the world. Italian state TV’s RaiNews24 said that the passengers testing positive numbered 150 aboard the MSC Grandiosa, which docked on Monday in Genoa, and that most of them of were Italian. Toronto — All schools in Canada’s most populous province …

Tasmania records 466 new COVID cases amid complaints about lack of testing capacity
3 years, 2 months ago

Tasmania records 466 new COVID cases amid complaints about lack of testing capacity

ABC  

Tasmania has detected a record 466 new daily COVID infections, as people report struggling to get a COVID test and Public Health switches to automated surveys of confirmed cases. Key points: Tasmania has recorded 466 cases of COVID from 1,950 tests There are 25 COVID cases so far from Party in the Apocalypse, with thousands of attendees asked to monitor …

Tasmania records 404 new COVID cases, total of 1,219 active cases
3 years, 2 months ago

Tasmania records 404 new COVID cases, total of 1,219 active cases

ABC  

Tasmania has recorded 404 new COVID infections, taking the number of active cases in the state to 1,219. A total of 316 cases are being treated through the COVID@home program, 60 are in community case management facilities and the rest are either still being assessed for those programs or have declined help to manage their symptoms and isolation. In data …

Tasmania records 428 new COVID cases, but none in ICU
3 years, 2 months ago

Tasmania records 428 new COVID cases, but none in ICU

ABC  

Tasmania has recorded its largest jump in COVID-19 cases, with 428 new cases in the state — but no people are being treated in intensive care. Key points: More than 85 per cent of all active cases in Tasmania are aged under 50 More than 60 per cent of active cases are aged between 20 and 39 The Premier says …

Coronavirus LIVE Updates: France, Greece, UK See Record Surge; Mumbai Reports 70% Rise, Delhi 50%, Gurgaon's Highest Tally Since June
3 years, 3 months ago

Coronavirus LIVE Updates: France, Greece, UK See Record Surge; Mumbai Reports 70% Rise, Delhi 50%, Gurgaon's Highest Tally Since June

News 18  

Following restricted emergency use recommendation for Covovax, Biological E’s jab Corbevax and anti-Covid pill Molnupiravir granted by an expert panel, the Drugs Controller General of India also granted approval for the above mentioned drugs. Coronavirus cases surged across Australia on Wednesday as an outbreak of the omicron variant spread, with new infections in Sydney and surrounding parts of New South …

Tasmania reaches 300 active COVID cases after setting new daily record of 55 cases
3 years, 3 months ago

Tasmania reaches 300 active COVID cases after setting new daily record of 55 cases

ABC  

An aged care home is in lockdown after a worker tested positive, as Tasmania posts a daily record of 55 new COVID-19 cases. Key points: Resort, gyms, a dental surgery and a music festival have been added to Tasmania's exposure site list Authorities say there have been 55 new COVID cases detected in the previous 24 hours Tasmania and the …

New daily record for COVID cases in Tasmania, but no patients in ICU
3 years, 3 months ago

New daily record for COVID cases in Tasmania, but no patients in ICU

ABC  

Tasmania has recorded 44 new COVID-19 cases, a daily record. In a statement, the Department of Health said 97.52 per cent of people over the age of 16 had received their first doses of vaccination, with 92.61 per cent at second dose. No positive results from exposure to RHH staffer In an update to news a staff member at the …

Australia Covid-19: Scott Morrison rules out new lockdowns despite rising cases and Omicron fears
3 years, 3 months ago

Australia Covid-19: Scott Morrison rules out new lockdowns despite rising cases and Omicron fears

CNN  

CNN — For two years, Australia avoided the worst of the coronavirus pandemic thanks to strict border controls and prolonged lockdowns. On Tuesday, the country’s most populous state reported its highest new daily caseload of the pandemic, and Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison called an emergency National Cabinet meeting to discuss the rising infections. The World Health Organization said on …

What COVID lessons can Tasmania learn from South Australia's border reopening?
3 years, 3 months ago

What COVID lessons can Tasmania learn from South Australia's border reopening?

ABC  

As Tasmania's border reopening looms, there is plenty of anticipation about what will happen when the clock strikes midnight on December 15 and people from COVID-19 hotspots can enter the state. Key points: Authorities say Tasmania's high vaccination rate will help it deal with the inevitable infections Unions have expressed concerns over the readiness of the health system to cope …

Covid-19 Australia: Infections still low in NSW and Victoria as Omicron hits nation's shores
3 years, 4 months ago

Covid-19 Australia: Infections still low in NSW and Victoria as Omicron hits nation's shores

Daily Mail  

Australia's Covid-19 cases continue to remain low despite fears the highly-infectious Omicron strain could rip through the country. Victoria recorded 918 new cases and NSW 179 infections on Tuesday as state leaders prepare to hold a national cabinet leader to discuss how to deal with the new strain. The Victorian health department announced another six deaths on Tuesday with the …

South Australia records two new cases of COVID-19, state reaches 80 per cent double vaccination
3 years, 4 months ago

South Australia records two new cases of COVID-19, state reaches 80 per cent double vaccination

ABC  

South Australia has recorded another two new cases of COVID-19 — a man and a woman in their 20s who both acquired their infection interstate. Key points: The Premier says South Australia has reached 80 per cent double vaccination for people aged 16 and over The state has also recorded two new cases of COVID-19 Both were acquired interstate Seven …

Thousands take to Australia streets over COVID-19 measures, jabs
3 years, 4 months ago

Thousands take to Australia streets over COVID-19 measures, jabs

Al Jazeera  

Thousands demonstrate for and against vaccine mandates in a country with one of the world’s highest inoculation rates. Several thousand people took to Australia’s streets on Saturday in protest against COVID-19 vaccination mandates, while smaller crowds gathered to support the measures that have elevated the country to be one of the most inoculated in the world. Chanting “freedom” and carrying …

Covid-19 travel: Sydney to further ease curbs on Monday as vaccinations pick up
3 years, 4 months ago

Covid-19 travel: Sydney to further ease curbs on Monday as vaccinations pick up

Hindustan Times  

Australia's largest city of Sydney will further ease social distancing curbs on Monday, a month after emerging from a coronavirus lockdown that lasted nearly 100 days, as close to 90% of people have got both doses of vaccine, officials said. Patrons dine-in at a bar by the harbour in the wake of coronavirus disease regulations easing, following an extended lockdown …

Tasmania tweaks December 15 border plan to drop pre-travel COVID tests for low-risk states
3 years, 4 months ago

Tasmania tweaks December 15 border plan to drop pre-travel COVID tests for low-risk states

ABC  

Fully vaccinated travellers from low-risk areas will not have to provide a negative COVID-19 test when entering Tasmania under a tweak to the state's December 15 border reopening plan, Premier Peter Gutwein has announced. Key points: The 72-hour pre-travel testing requirement will remain in place for high-risk areas As of today, 90 per cent of eligible Tasmanians have had at …

ACT records nine new cases of COVID-19 as the territory becomes Australia's most vaccinated jurisdiction
3 years, 5 months ago

ACT records nine new cases of COVID-19 as the territory becomes Australia's most vaccinated jurisdiction

ABC  

The ACT has recorded nine new locally acquired COVID-19 cases, as the territory became Australia's most vaccinated jurisdiction. Key points: Another nine COVID-19 cases have been recorded in the ACT Another nine COVID-19 cases have been recorded in the ACT More than 70 per cent of the total Canberra population is now fully vaccinated More than 70 per cent of …

Australia's path from pandemic to endemic, and what 'living with COVID' could mean
3 years, 5 months ago

Australia's path from pandemic to endemic, and what 'living with COVID' could mean

ABC  

The COVID-19 pandemic won't end with a bang, but more likely a fizzle — and a long, protracted one at that. "I don't know if we're going to wake up one day and say, 'Oh, it's over now,'" says Eddie Holmes, an evolutionary virologist at the University of Sydney. Key points: Most experts agree eradicating COVID-19 is now almost certainly …

Tasmania needs 90 per cent COVID vaccination rate before fully opening borders, Premier warns
3 years, 6 months ago

Tasmania needs 90 per cent COVID vaccination rate before fully opening borders, Premier warns

ABC  

The Tasmanian Premier has warned that the island state will not reopen its borders to all of the country until it reaches a 90 per cent vaccination rate against COVID-19. Key points: Premier Peter Gutwein says Tasmania could record nearly 15,000 COVID cases within six months if it reopened its borders when it reached 80pc vaccinated Premier Peter Gutwein says …

Covid-19 Australia: Victoria's coronavirus crisis worsens as 246 new cases are recorded
3 years, 6 months ago

Covid-19 Australia: Victoria's coronavirus crisis worsens as 246 new cases are recorded

Daily Mail  

Victoria recorded 246 new Covid-19 cases on Tuesday - one more than Monday's figure - as the state rushes to vaccinate its Year 12 students before their end-of-year exams begin. Charlotte Sherlock, a Year 12 student at Brunswick Secondary College, rolled up her sleeve on Monday at the newly relocated Melbourne Museum vaccination site to promote the blitz. Only 90 …

Tasmania's border might stay closed until COVID vaccination reaches 'closer to 90 per cent'
3 years, 6 months ago

Tasmania's border might stay closed until COVID vaccination reaches 'closer to 90 per cent'

ABC  

Tasmanian authorities have given their clearest indication yet that the state will remain closed off to the rest of Australia longer than the national COVID roadmap had predicted. At a press conference on Friday, the director of Public Health, Mark Veitch, said while he could not give a precise vaccination target yet, the "closer to 90 per cent … the …

NSW records 1,431 new COVID-19 cases, 12 deaths as Premier says infections will peak in next fortnight
3 years, 6 months ago

NSW records 1,431 new COVID-19 cases, 12 deaths as Premier says infections will peak in next fortnight

ABC  

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian says COVID-19 infections are expected to peak in the next two weeks after the state recorded 1,431 new cases and 12 deaths. Key points: There were over 827,000 COVID-19 jabs administered in NSW in the past week There were over 827,000 COVID-19 jabs administered in NSW in the past week A woman in her 30s died …

Covid-19: Australia's toll mounts to 1,003 amid raging third wave
3 years, 7 months ago

Covid-19: Australia's toll mounts to 1,003 amid raging third wave

India TV News  

Amid the raging third wave of the pandemic, Covid-19 deaths in Australia have increased to more than 1,000, the country's Department of Health announced on Monday. On Monday morning, New South Wales, the country's most populous state and the current epicenter of the pandemic, reported another four new fatalities, which increased Australia's overall death toll to 1,003, reports Xinhua news …

Australian State Warns Covid-19 Hospitalisations to Peak in October
3 years, 7 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 …

Australia’s Melbourne to extend sixth COVID-lockdown
3 years, 7 months ago

Australia’s Melbourne to extend sixth COVID-lockdown

Al Jazeera  

Lockdown in Melbourne was due to end on Thursday, but authorities say this is no longer possible due to rising cases. Australian authorities say they will extend a lockdown of the country’s second-biggest city, Melbourne, as they struggle to quell a coronavirus outbreak driven by the highly infectious Delta variant. Meanwhile, neighbouring New South Wales state, which includes Australia’s most …

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