Masks mandatory in Melbourne as cases soar again

People are seen at Fitzroy Gardens in East Melbourne, Saturday, July 18, 2020. Victoria has recorded 217 new COVID-19 cases today bringing the state's number of active cases to 2608. (AAP Image/David Crosling) NO ARCHIVING

People are seen exercising and enjoying time outdoors in Fitzroy Gardens in East Melbourne. Source: AAP

The wearing of face masks will be mandatory in Melbourne from Thursday this week [[23 July]], after Victoria recorded 363 new coronavirus cases and 3 more deaths.



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