Australia Corona Virus

Victoria records 1,534 new local COVID-19 cases and 13 deaths

Source:ABCnews

Victoria has recorded 1,534 new local COVID-19 cases and 13 deaths as the state moves closer to fully vaccinating 80 per cent of its population aged 16 and over.

There are now 24,164 active cases of the virus, and 247 people have died during the current Delta outbreak.

The new cases were detected from 83,210 test results received yesterday.

There were 24,180 doses of vaccine administered at state-run sites, and more vaccinations at GP clinics and other venues.

Victoria is expected to reach the 80 per cent fully vaccinated milestone by Friday, triggering the further easing of restrictions across the state.