Mandatory mask rules come into effect in Greater Sydney as NSW works to contain COVID-19 spread

Mandatory mask restrictions are in place across Sydney shopping centres, places of worship, entertainment venues and public transport.

A pedestrian is seen wearing a face mask at Darling Harbour in Sydney on 4 August, 2020. Source: AAP

Mandatory mask restrictions are in place for many venues across Greater Sydney as NSW works to contain COVID-19 outbreaks while avoiding harsh lockdown measures.

The state reported seven new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, five of which from western and southwestern Sydney and linked to the Berala cluster.

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