NSW records 27 new COVID-19 cases as Greater Sydney lockdown extended
3 years, 5 months ago

NSW records 27 new COVID-19 cases as Greater Sydney lockdown extended

ABC  

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has extended Greater Sydney's lockdown for seven days after the state recorded 27 new COVID-19 cases. Key points: Greater Sydney and its surrounds will face another week in lockdown NSW Health has concerns about infections in Fairfield, Liverpool, and Canterbury-Bankstown Only 13 of the new cases were in isolation while infectious The lockdown will be extended until 12:01am on July 17 for anyone in Greater Sydney, the Blue Mountains, Central Coast, and the local government areas of Wollongong and Shellharbour. "A next step could be limiting even further movement through the health orders," Ms Berejiklian said. NSW Health confirmed that only 13 of the new cases recorded in the 24 hours to 8:00pm yesterday were in isolation prior to their positive COVID-19 test result.

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The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories
1 year, 1 month 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, 2 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, 2 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 …

Australia sees record COVID-19 cases, hospital admissions due to Omicron variants, influenza as nation's hospitals struggle
2 years, 5 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 …

Western Australia's COVID-19 cases in hospital surge past 300 amid calls for restrictions to be reintroduced
2 years, 7 months ago

Western Australia's COVID-19 cases in hospital surge past 300 amid calls for restrictions to be reintroduced

ABC  

Peak medical groups have renewed their calls for the West Australian government to reinstate public health measures, warning of a "system collapse" from the state's current trajectory of COVID-19 hospitalisations. Key points: Western Australia's number of COVID-19 hospital cases remains manageable, according to the Health Minister Western Australia's number of COVID-19 hospital cases remains manageable, according to the Health Minister …

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 …

Western Australia records fresh COVID peak with 17,033 new infections
2 years, 7 months ago

Western Australia records fresh COVID peak with 17,033 new infections

ABC  

Western Australia has recorded 17,033 new cases of COVID-19, prompting the Australian Medical Association to "beg" for some restrictions to be reintroduced. Key points: Mark McGowan says 27 per cent of hospital patients are unvaccinated Mark McGowan says 27 per cent of hospital patients are unvaccinated But only 1 per cent of the population is unvaccinated But only 1 per …

Three people with COVID-19 die in South Australia as state tops 400,000 cases since start of pandemic
2 years, 7 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 highest number of daily COVID cases
2 years, 8 months ago

South Australia records highest number of daily COVID cases

ABC  

South Australia has recorded 5,784 new COVID-19 cases today, the state's highest daily total during the pandemic. Chief Public Health Officer Professor Nicola Spurrier told ABC Radio Adelaide this morning that the the state had "probably" reached the peak of its Omicron wave, but it was too early to tell. Professor Spurrier said authorities were working on "dual testing" for …

COVID-19 case numbers from around the states and territories
2 years, 8 months ago

COVID-19 case numbers from around the states and territories

ABC  

Here's a quick wrap of each Australian jurisdiction's latest COVID-19 statistics today — Tuesday, April 5. There are 19,183 new cases, 13,062 of whom were reported via rapid antigen tests and 6,121 via PCR tests. There are 2,427 new cases, up from 1,725 reported yesterday, taking the state's total active cases up to 12,919. There are 9,946 new cases in …

Queensland's growing COVID-19 outbreak of BA.2 Omicron sub-variant puts health system under pressure
2 years, 8 months ago

Queensland's growing COVID-19 outbreak of BA.2 Omicron sub-variant puts health system under pressure

ABC  

The number of hospital and ambulance workers unable to work due to COVID-19 has more than doubled in the past 10 days as the Health Minister foreshadows another suspension on some elective surgeries. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot In latest reporting period: Deaths: 11 11 New cases: 5,698 Queensland's vaccine rollout: First dose: 93.2 per cent 93.2 per cent Second dose: 92.7 …

COVID updates: All the coronavirus news from around Australia
2 years, 9 months 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 …

More than 200 local COVID-19 cases recorded in Western Australia as new restrictions begin
2 years, 10 months ago

More than 200 local COVID-19 cases recorded in Western Australia as new restrictions begin

ABC  

Western Australia has recorded another 213 locally acquired cases of COVID-19 as new health restrictions aimed at curbing the spread of the virus kick in. Key points: More COVID-19 cases are expected in WA's remote Mantamaru community More COVID-19 cases are expected in WA's remote Mantamaru community The state has adopted capacity limits and expanded mask-wearing rules The state has …

Western Australia records 222 local COVID-19 cases, with two cases in Indigenous community
2 years, 10 months ago

Western Australia records 222 local COVID-19 cases, with two cases in Indigenous community

ABC  

Western Australia has recorded 222 new local cases of COVID-19, including the first of this outbreak in a remote Indigenous community. Key points: Two cases have been confirmed in the remote Mantamaru community Two cases have been confirmed in the remote Mantamaru community The community is in lockdown and close contacts are in isolation The community is in lockdown and …

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 …

Four COVID-19 deaths in South Australia as cases jump following increase in testing
2 years, 10 months 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 …

NSW records 30,062 COVID cases and 16 deaths, isolation exemptions for critical workers introduced
2 years, 11 months ago

NSW records 30,062 COVID cases and 16 deaths, isolation exemptions for critical workers introduced

ABC  

NSW has recorded its highest number of COVID deaths in a single day since the pandemic began. Key points: Workers who are critical to the supply of essential goods now no longer have to isolate if they are a close contact with no symptoms The change to the isolation requirements comes after mass shortages of many products in supermarkets due …

South Australia records 3,070 new COVID-19 cases, 123 in hospital
2 years, 11 months ago

South Australia records 3,070 new COVID-19 cases, 123 in hospital

ABC  

South Australia has recorded 3,070 COVID-19 cases, with 123 people in hospital. Mr Marshall said South Australians would soon no longer need to confirm a positive rapid antigen test with a PCR test, following an agreement by national cabinet yesterday. Mr Marshall said using rapid antigen tests provided by SA Health would allow positive cases to be accurately reflected in …

SA Pathology sends wrong COVID-19 results to 11 people in South Australia
2 years, 11 months ago

SA Pathology sends wrong COVID-19 results to 11 people in South Australia

ABC  

A South Australian pathology clinic has admitted that 11 people were given the wrong COVID-19 test result on New Year's Eve. Key points: 11 people were sent the wrong COVID-19 results SA Pathology says the correct results were sent within three hours Three prisons have gone into lockdown after numerous prisoners tested positive In a statement, SA Pathology said that, …

Baby with COVID-19 dies in South Australia, state records 1,374 new cases
2 years, 11 months ago

Baby with COVID-19 dies in South Australia, state records 1,374 new cases

ABC  

A COVID-positive child under the age of two has died in South Australia. Key points: A child under the age of two who was COVID-positive has died South Australia has recorded 1,374 new cases of COVID-19 There are still 37 patients in hospital, including four in intensive care Premier Steven Marshall said the case will be referred to the coroner, …

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

COVID-19 cases re-emerged in Dubbo after a three week break
3 years ago

COVID-19 cases re-emerged in Dubbo after a three week break

ABC  

There's been a jump in COVID-19 cases across NSW's central and north west, as restrictions are wound back across the state today. Key points: Nineteen COVID cases were announced for the Western Local Health district today Dubbo has recorded its first cases since November 24 It comes as mask wearing and QR code check-in restrictions ease across NSW Nineteen cases …

NSW Covid cases: State reports 804 new cases of virus
3 years ago

NSW Covid cases: State reports 804 new cases of virus

Daily Mail  

NSW has reported 804 Covid cases in the past 24 hours in an extraordinary surge in case numbers. A 'pingdemic' of health alerts has meanwhile forced thousands into isolation as the state opens up to the rest of the world, with almost two million Covid alerts issued by Service NSW over the past fortnight. Between November 29 and December 13 …

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

Covid-19 travel: Sydney to further ease curbs on Monday as vaccinations pick up
3 years, 1 month 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 …

New Zealand reports 162 new community cases of Covid-19 Delta variant
3 years, 1 month ago

New Zealand reports 162 new community cases of Covid-19 Delta variant

India TV News  

New Zealand reported 162 new Delta variant cases of Covid-19 in the community on Monday, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the country's community outbreak to 3,510. Fifty-three community cases are being treated in hospitals, including three in intensive care units or high dependency units, said a Ministry statement. New Zealand also reported four new cases identified at …

ACT records 10 new COVID-19 cases as territory marks significant easing of restrictions
3 years, 1 month ago

ACT records 10 new COVID-19 cases as territory marks significant easing of restrictions

ABC  

The ACT has recorded 10 new COVID-19 cases as Canberrans enjoy the easing of the majority of restrictions imposed during lockdown. Positive cases close schools Ainslie School has been forced to close its doors for a deep clean after a positive case unknowingly attended. Earlier this week, as thousands of students returned to campuses, ACT Education Minister Yvette Berry said …

ACT records nine new COVID-19 cases as more students return to campus
3 years, 2 months ago

ACT records nine new COVID-19 cases as more students return to campus

ABC  

The ACT has recorded nine new cases of COVID-19, with 88 per cent of Canberrans aged 12 and over now fully vaccinated. Key points: After months of remote learning, thousands of school students have returned to campus in Canberra today After months of remote learning, thousands of school students have returned to campus in Canberra today ACT Education Minister Yvette …

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 …

Covid: Queensland Health Minister Yvette D'Ath hints at the state's border reopening date
3 years, 2 months ago

Covid: Queensland Health Minister Yvette D'Ath hints at the state's border reopening date

Daily Mail  

The Queensland government has hinted at its plans for re-opening the state's borders as NSW celebrates freedom day after hitting its 70 per cent vaccination target. Health Minister Yvette D'Ath says unvaccinated Queenslanders need to get the jab within 'five to six weeks' to protect themselves from a surge of Delta cases as locked-down parts of Australia begin to reopen. …

How a COVID-19 outbreak changed Sydney — and the key moments that led to lockdown being lifted
3 years, 2 months ago

How a COVID-19 outbreak changed Sydney — and the key moments that led to lockdown being lifted

ABC  

Four months ago, people in NSW were enjoying COVID zero — dancing in bars, eating in restaurants, working in offices and learning in schools. Authorities identified lower vaccination rates, limited access to health infrastructure and a higher proportion of vulnerable people, including Indigenous communities, as reasons an outbreak in western NSW was cause for particular concern. While rates of immunisation …

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 …

COVID-19 outbreak worsens at Wellington, as four western NSW towns record new cases
3 years, 2 months ago

COVID-19 outbreak worsens at Wellington, as four western NSW towns record new cases

ABC  

The COVID-19 outbreak in western New South Wales has moved away from Dubbo with a nearby community recording a surge in the number of daily cases. "We're very concerned about Wellington with more than 20 cases over the weekend and a further 11 cases today," Western NSW Local Health District chief executive Scott McLachlan said. "It's extremely concerning and really …

NSW records 1,284 new COVID-19 cases and 12 deaths as home quarantine trial for international travel announced
3 years, 3 months ago

NSW records 1,284 new COVID-19 cases and 12 deaths as home quarantine trial for international travel announced

ABC  

NSW will take "an important step" towards living with COVID-19 by allowing some returning international travellers to quarantine at home on their return to Sydney. Key points: Two people who died in the reporting period were in their 20s The home quarantine trial will begin in the next few weeks The state government hopes it'll help expedite the return of …

Senior school students in Queensland frustrated and distracted by COVID-19 home quarantine
3 years, 3 months ago

Senior school students in Queensland frustrated and distracted by COVID-19 home quarantine

ABC  

Students from a Brisbane high school have revealed the frustrations and distractions of being forced to self-isolate in the wake of Queensland's latest COVID-19 cluster. Key points: Hundreds of senior school students are learning in home quarantine ahead of final exams Students have not been told if they will be given special considerations Three men who were believed to have …

Queensland records one new locally acquired case of COVID-19 in student from Sunnybank school
3 years, 3 months ago

Queensland records one new locally acquired case of COVID-19 in student from Sunnybank school

ABC  

Queensland has recorded one new locally acquired case of COVID-19 with a 15-year-old schoolgirl testing positive after entering home quarantine. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot In latest reporting period: Deaths: 11 11 New cases: 5,698 Queensland's vaccine rollout: First dose: 93.2 per cent 93.2 per cent Second dose: 92.7 per cent Latest case information from Queensland Health. The financial package includes: $6.3 …

NSW records 1,257 new COVID-19 cases, seven deaths as Premier issues warning to unvaccinated people
3 years, 3 months ago

NSW records 1,257 new COVID-19 cases, seven deaths as Premier issues warning to unvaccinated people

ABC  

Premier Gladys Berejiklian warns there will be different rules for vaccinated and unvaccinated people once NSW opens up as the state records 1,257 new COVID-19 cases and seven deaths. Key points: Gladys Berejiklian says there has been a "slight slowdown" in vaccination rates The Premier urges parents of 12-15-years-olds to get their children vaccinated Ms Berejiklian fronted the media despite …

Queensland records two locally acquired COVID-19 cases in Brisbane students linked to Sunnybank cluster
3 years, 3 months ago

Queensland records two locally acquired COVID-19 cases in Brisbane students linked to Sunnybank cluster

ABC  

Two Brisbane school students have tested positive to COVID-19 but Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says authorities are a "lot more comfortable" about the state's most recent outbreak. Key points: The cases from the Sunnybank cluster have been in home quarantine 38 per cent of eligible Queenslanders are now fully vaccinated The vaccination program has opened for 12- to 15-year-olds Ms Palaszczuk …

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 …

Victoria records 392 new local cases of COVID-19 amid concern about regional spread
3 years, 3 months ago

Victoria records 392 new local cases of COVID-19 amid concern about regional spread

ABC  

Victoria has recorded 392 new locally acquired cases of COVID-19, as vaccines and new pop-up clinics are being directed to Melbourne's hotspot areas. Key points: There are 285 cases not yet linked to known outbreaks Five community vaccination centres and eight school pop-up sites will be set up in hotspot areas over the next fortnight Five more cases have been …

COVID-19 pandemic modelling leaves NSW hospital staff 'worried' and 'scared'
3 years, 3 months ago

COVID-19 pandemic modelling leaves NSW hospital staff 'worried' and 'scared'

ABC  

Hospital staff say they are "scared" after the NSW government released modelling that paints a grim picture for Sydney’s COVID-ravaged hotspots. Key points: NSW hospitals have seen a 27 per cent increase in COVID cases in one week NSW hospitals have seen a 27 per cent increase in COVID cases in one week Hospital staff are "scared" and "worried" about …

COVID updates: NSW cases expected to peak in the next week, Daniel Andrews hints at end to regional Victoria lockdown — as it happened
3 years, 3 months ago

COVID updates: NSW cases expected to peak in the next week, Daniel Andrews hints at end to regional Victoria lockdown — as it happened

ABC  

Dr Greg Kelly spoke on ABC News this afternoon. Dr Kelly: "We know that children are less at risk than adults and overall it is a mild disease for most children. We also know that if there are lots of children who get infected as we are seeing in the US, that becomes a large number of sick children even …

With COVID cases growing, Melbourne is following in Sydney's footsteps, but at what speed?
3 years, 3 months ago

With COVID cases growing, Melbourne is following in Sydney's footsteps, but at what speed?

ABC  

With Australia's third wave settling in, this week we saw Victoria follow in New South Wales' footsteps down two paths — much to the state's chagrin. But most cases — 335 in total — fit into the "other" category, which a health department spokesman said included sporting venues, family and social gatherings, places of worship and transport. As federal Health …

NSW records 1,485 new locally acquired COVID-19 cases, three deaths
3 years, 3 months ago

NSW records 1,485 new locally acquired COVID-19 cases, three deaths

ABC  

NSW identified 1,485 new locally acquired COVID-19 cases and three people have died in the 24 hours to 8:00pm on Sunday. Key points: Two out of three people who died overnight had not been vaccinated for COVID-19 Public health modelling to be released this week predicts cases to peak within the next fortnight Western NSW recorded 32 new cases, including …

Three children in intensive care due to COVID-19 as NSW records 1,533 cases
3 years, 3 months ago

Three children in intensive care due to COVID-19 as NSW records 1,533 cases

ABC  

Three children with COVID-19 are in intensive care, a Sydney Children's Hospital Network spokeswoman has confirmed. Key points: Friday was the second busiest day on record for NSW Ambulance Friday was the second busiest day on record for NSW Ambulance Health authorities continue to be concerned by case numbers in regional areas Health authorities continue to be concerned by case …

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

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 …

First Aboriginal COVID death of pandemic linked to Western New South Wales outbreak
3 years, 3 months ago

First Aboriginal COVID death of pandemic linked to Western New South Wales outbreak

ABC  

A man from Dubbo has become the first Aboriginal person in Australia to die from COVID-19 since the pandemic began. Key points: An unvaccinated man has become the first Aboriginal Australian to die from COVID-19 Western NSW has recorded 51 new cases, its highest daily number so far An outbreak in a prison is growing, sparking fears the virus will …

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