NSW records 2,501 new COVID-19 cases as debate over restrictions grows

NSW continues to record high numbers of COVID-19 cases, while Victoria has reported 1,302 new infections and the NT has relaxed border restrictions ahead of Christmas.

"We need to stand strong. We are going to lead our nation out of the pandemic ... we are ready," Dominic Perrottet said on Monday. Source: AAP

There are 2,501 new cases of COVID-19 in NSW and no deaths as the premier resists calls to reinstate mask mandates.

The new cases recorded in the 24 hours until 8pm on Sunday is a drop of 65 cases on the previous day's record high of 2,566.

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