Coronavirus Australia live update: Victoria records 627 new Covid-19 cases, with 21 new cases in NSW and one in Qld – latest news
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8.20am BST
A South Australian paramedic who went to Victoria to help test people for coronavirus has herself tested positive for the infection.
The woman in her 20s volunteered to help with testing operations in Melbourne associated with the current surge in cases there, reports AAP.
8.17am BST
Several media outlets have reported that the Australian Club, an exclusive venue in Sydney, has closed due to a positive Covid case.
The case, a staff member, potentially worked while infectious, 7News reported.
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