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COVID-19 lockdown tension as Melbourne waits

Victoria's Chief Health Officer Brett Sutton

Victoria's Chief Health Officer Brett Sutton Source: AAP

Victoria's Chief Health Officer has defended Melbourne's lockdown after calls from the prime minister for restrictions to be lifted as soon as possible.


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