Coronavirus update August 2: Victoria’s cases jump by more than 650, ABC understands | ABC News

Victoria has recorded another significant jump in the number of coronavirus cases.

The ABC understands more than 650 new infections have been detected in the past 24 hours.

In response, Premier Daniel Andrews is expected to announce some of the harshest restrictions to be imposed in Australia.

Read more here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-08-02/coronavirus-australia-live-news-covid19-latest-victoria/12515596

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