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Tougher bans considered to combat Victoria virus surge

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews speaks during a press conference in Melbourne to discuss the latest COVID-19 figures across Victoria, Saturday, August 1, 2020. (AAP Image/David Crosling) NO ARCHIVING

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has announced big spike in coronavirus infections. Source: AAP

A New-Zealand-style lockdown looming for Victoria as Australia's COVID-19 death toll surpasses 200.



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