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NSW Deputy Premier Says, Coronavirus Spike Mean Restrictions At Borders

NSW Deputy Premier John Barilaro says the State Government will discuss “managing” the number of people coming in from Victoria, after a surge in coronavirus cases south of the border.

More than 83 per cent of new cases in Australia over the past week were recorded in Victoria.

Mr Barilaro said the situation in Victoria could lead to restrictions being placed on travel.

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Coronavirus Warning: Second COVID-19 Wave Would Derail Economy

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) warns about the second wave of coronavirus in Australia would come at a $25 billion cost to the economy. 

The economy would then grow by just one percent next year. Unemployment would average of 7.6 percent this year and then 8.8 percent next year. The virus has infected 7.2 million people worldwide.

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Warning: Mass Protests Will Set Off a Second Viral Wave Of Coronavirus

Thousands of people are expected at the marches to protest against police brutality and show support for Indigenous Australians.

But authorities are concerned social distancing will be breached and marchers could become infected with COVID-19.

Victorian Chief Health Officer Brett Sutton has urged people not to attend the Melbourne demonstration. Up to 20,000 people are expected at the march in Melbourne.

“We are concerned about the potential for a second wave of Coronavirus,” Ms. Mikakos said, urging protesters to contact their MPs instead.

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Federal Government Boosts The Race Of Coronavirus Vaccine Mission With $66 Million Injection

The Federal Government will invest $66 million for research into a coronavirus vaccine and antiviral medications.

Health Minister Greg Hunt said, for the nation’s containment strategy and flattening of the curve.

Australia had been lauded for being one of the most reliable testing methods in the world, Mr. Hunt said.

By midnight, Australia is set to surpass 1.5 million coronavirus tests.

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