Border closes between NSW and Victoria as southern state records largest ever jump in Covid-19 cases

Daniel Andrews says Victoria reported 127 new coronavirus cases on Monday along with two deaths, bringing the state's death toll to 22

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Victoria has recorded its largest jump in cases at any point in the coronavirus crisis, with 127 cases reported on Monday, as the state confirmed its 21st death and the premier announced the state's border with New South Wales would be closed from midnight on Tuesday.

Daniel Andrews said the border closure would be enforced only on the NSW side.