Masks required in some schools

Victorian schools will now require all students over the age of eight to wear a mask in class. The new rule is being criticised by some parents as a 'mask mandate by stealth' - but schools say it's the best way to keep classrooms operating as coronavirus cases rise.

Source: SBS

In a joint letter to parents right around the state the day before, Victoria's state, Catholic and independent school heads said this:  "The Victorian Department of Health strongly recommends that face masks are worn in indoor settings.  As a result, we are asking all students aged eight and over and all staff in all schools across Victoria to wear masks when in class from now until the end of winter."