Live breaking news: James Merlino addresses the media after three new cases confirmed
After spending hours pleading for more vaccinations this week, this golden slip-up couldn't have been better timed.
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Victoria has announced three new Covid-19 cases on Thursday, bringing the state’s cluster to 63.
The state is continuing with its record number of tests. More than 57,000 test results were received in a 24 hour period. More than 23, 000 Covid-19 vaccine doses were also administered in the same period.
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