Coronavirus restrictions have continued to ease across Australia, but a spike in cases in Victoria has led to a rise in concern — and panic buying.
National Cabinet met today to discuss the latest developments. If you missed the press conference, here’s a breakdown of the most significant statements.
Obviously, the attention is on Victoria at the moment
Overnight, 30 new cases were confirmed in the state, with only five of those identified in hotel quarantine.
It means even as most states and territories have gone days and weeks without a case, Victoria has now recorded double-digit increases for 10 days.
However, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the situation there needed to be put in context, particularly with 1 million cases being reported globally each week.
“But where you get bumps and when you get outbreaks, then you need to manage them and you need to respond to them, and that is what exactly what is happening.”
Mr Morrison said he commended the Victorian Government on its response, and said what was happening there could happen in any other state or territory.
Most significantly, the situation in Victoria hasn’t changed the national plan
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