Coronavirus Australia: Australia close to magic virus number

Only one state recorded new coronavirus cases this weekend, bringing Australia to the brink of an impressive and important milestone.

Victoria is the only state to record new cases of coronavirus this weekend, bringing closer the day when Australia records zero additional cases.

 

The 11 new cases reported in Victoria on Saturday took the national total to 7185. Just 22 of the 475 active cases nationwide are being treated in hospital. 

It's been announced that from tomorrow, Queenslanders can enjoy unlimited travel, including overnight stays throughout the state. Cafes, restaurants, pubs and clubs can host 20 people.

The number of patrons allowed at cafes and restaurants in NSW will increase to 50. Victorians will be able to have up to 20 people at their home, and hospitality venues can serve 20 customers. In South Australia, up to 80 people will be allowed at cafes, pubs, cinemas and gyms, as long as people attend in groups of 20 or less.

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Australia has recorded a total 7192 cases of COVID-19, with 3093 in New South Wales, 1649 in Victoria, 1058 in Queensland, 440 in South Australia, 586 in Western Australia, 228 in Tasmania, 107 in the Australian Capital Territory and 29 in the Northern Territory. The death toll stands at 103.

Originally published as Coronavirus Australia: Australia close to magic virus number

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