Queensland's borders to reopen as southern Tasmania exits lockdown

Victoria has reported 1,903 new locally acquired COVID-19 cases and seven deaths, as it prepares for an early exit from its lockdown. And thousands of children have gone back to school in New South Wales.

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk looks on during a press conference in Brisbane, Monday, October 18, 2021. Source: AAP

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