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Acting Premier James Merlino said the spread of the outbreak was causing great concern, with more than 10,000 primary and secondary contacts identified
Victoria s fourth lockdown might be its cruellest yet.
While six million residents went about their lives under the impression Covid-19 was behind them, now confined to the dungeons of quarantine hotels, they have been shocked back to reality.
Victoria is once again heading for stage 3 restrictions.
While the MCG was pumping, bars and shopping centres humming, a covert wave of the virus has been spreading virtually undetected through the state for more than two weeks.
The coronavirus cluster which began in Melbourne s north at the weekend expanded to 26 infections on Thursday, as residents were told they would be plunged into a seven-day lockdown from midnight.
Melbourne s cluster hit five on Tuesday after a man in his 60s tested positive
It is believed the infections came from a man who quarantined in South Australia
Authorities say commuters on the Cragieburn line may have spread the virus
Deputy Premier announces new restrictions for Melbourne after fifth case
Outdoor gatherings are restricted to 30 while schools/workplaces stay open
New Zealand have suspended travel bubble with Victoria after fifth covid case
The temporary ban will come into place at AEST 6pm on Tuesday, NZ govt say
Man in his 60s tested positive linked to new coronavirus outbreak in Whittlesea
Masks must be worn indoors with households restricted to maximum five guests
Outdoor gatherings are restricted to 30 while schools/workplaces stay open
South Australia announced it will close borders with Victoria on Tuesday