Another double donut day for Victoria

Victoria on Sunday reported a 16th consecutive day without a new coronavirus case and for the first time in months, a fortnight period without any cases with an unknown source of infection.

Health authorities confirmed there are three active cases across the state, and Premier Daniel Andrews welcomed the “positive news”, but warned against complacency.

More than 8300 people across Victoria were tested for coronavirus on Saturday.

“Getting tested is the critical thing,” Mr Andrews said.

“That allows us to have a complete picture, or at least the most complete picture of where this virus is, and to put a public health response around your family and then protect every family across the state.”

A testing push has begun in Hume and Wyndham – local government areas hardest hit during the state’s second wave of COVID-19.

Victoria’s final step of easing social restrictions is due next Sunday, but recommendations including face masks are expected to remain.

Ten people will be allowed to visit a home and public gatherings will grow to 50 people outdoors, while the cap on weddings and funerals will be increased to 100 and organised contact sports will resume for all ages.

South Australia will re-open its border with Victoria on December 1, while NSW will open its border with the state earlier on November 23.

There will be no requirement for travellers to quarantine in hotels or at home.

Victoria’s death toll from the virus stands at 819, with the national figure at 907.