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Coronavirus live breaking news: ‘Patient zero’ limo driver's family speaks out

The family of a limo driver, understood to be Sydney's Delta strain 'patient zero', have told their side of the story and made a big claim.

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The family of a limo driver who is understood to be Sydney's Delta strain 'patient zero' have put their side of the story across and cast serious doubts on the assertion that he was the first with virus.

The driver has been subject to blame and criticism since the outbreak first emerged.

Authorities said he was unvaccinated while transporting international aircrews to and from Sydney airport before sparking infections across Bondi.

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