Live Breaking News: NSW restrictions to ease as infections surge
The Premier has announced extra freedoms for fully vaccinated residents, as NSW confirms another record day of infections.
NSW has reached a grim new Covid-19 record, with 1029 cases and three deaths confirmed on Thursday.
Despite the spike in infections, Premier Gladys Berejiklian has announced a raft of easing restrictions for vaccinated residents surrounding outdoor gatherings, which will come into effect on September 13.
A number of other restrictions will also ease from next week, with rules around funerals, single bubbles and real estate to change from Monday.
Follow along below for more NSW's updates. You can find yesterday's blog here.
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