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Mark McGowan says NSW should follow WA playbook on COVID-19 restrictions
West Australian Premier Mark McGowan has urged New South Wales to follow his state’s lead in preventing the spread of COVID-19, after the eastern state recorded 30 new cases overnight.
Key points:
- Premier Mark McGowan has urged NSW to follow WA’s lead on coronavirus
- He says WA and SA managed to curb the virus with strict COVID-19 measures
- It comes as AFL player Sydney Stack allegedly breached quarantine in Perth
The new cases have prompted further restrictions in New South Wales, with residents in Greater Sydney — including the Central Coast, Illawarra Shoalhaven and Blue Mountains — not allowed more than 10 people in their homes.
Mr McGowan welcomed the new restrictions, saying it was a big improvement for the state.
“I’m pleased New…
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