Victoria appears to have eliminated local transmission of the coronavirus after going four weeks without any new transmission of the virus. The Victorian Health Department confirmed the milestone on Friday, following another 13,800 tests and said that 28 days with no new infections means the virus has been eliminated from the community, given that timeframe represents two 14-day incubation periods. It comes as restrictions are set to significantly ease from 6 pm on Friday. Victorians will now be able to have 100 visitors at home, up from the previous cap of 30, while public gatherings can double from 100 to 200. Masks will no longer be required in retail settings, though Victorians will still need to wear them on public transport, in taxis and rideshare vehicles and in aged care facilities and hospitals. Density limits will be eased at casinos, nightclubs and karaoke venues from one person per four square metres …
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