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Victoria's coronavirus outbreak another setback for border re-openings

People wearing masks Melbourne

Masks could be a helpful additional measure in situations where social distancing was not possible, Premier Daniel Andrews said. Source: AAP

Victoria is introducing tougher coronavirus restrictions after seeing a double-digit rise in cases for the fifth consecutive day.



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