COVID case in Australia means a very different Christmas Day

COVID-safe Christmas Day gatherings will be allowed to proceed across Australia, as authorities monitor the unfolding outbreak on Sydney’s northern beaches.

The northern beaches cluster hit 104 cases on Thursday after seven infections.

However, a three-day rules reprieve means even those in that area can host family and friends for Friday’s festivities.

Residents north of the Narrabeen Bridge can welcome five people from the local area, while those in the south will be able to have 10…