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Sharp rise in coronavirus deaths in Victoria as infection rate drops

Victorian Health Minister Jenny Mikakos

Victorian Health Minister Jenny Mikakos Source: AAP

Victoria has recorded a jump in COVID-19 deaths with 24 new fatalities, bringing the state toll to 462 and national figure to 549.


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By Peggy Giakoumelos

Source: SBS



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Victoria has recorded a jump in COVID-19 deaths with 24 new fatalities, bringing the state toll to 462 and national figure to 549.


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