The Latest Breaking News from Brett Sutton

Experts say the worst of Australia’s winter COVID surge could soon be behind us

While there's no end in sight just yet for ongoing COVID waves, there is some hope that we will be better equipped for when one does arrive.

The New Daily · Aug 1, 2022

Victoria’s latest Covid wave has peaked and hospital numbers have stabilised, health officials say

Authorities remain concerned about the overrepresentation of older people in the state’s hospitals

The Guardian - AU · Aug 1, 2022

Victoria's COVID cases are likely hugely under-reported. Here's what that means for this wave

It's believed about half of people with COVID-19 haven't been officially recorded, leading to a worrying number of people in hospital. But there are signs the worst could be behind us. Here's what authorities have to say.

ABC News · Aug 1, 2022

Booster gives 65pc protection from death

An Australian study of COVID-19 vaccines has found people who have had a booster shot are far less likely to die or be hospitalised with the Omicron variant.

AAP · Jun 27, 2022

Warning as Omicron sub-variant cases surge

Victoria's chief health Officer is warning that a new Omicron sub-variant is on the rise in the state, following surges in other parts of the country.

AAP · Jun 25, 2022

NSW and Victoria to scrap Covid isolation requirements for household and close contacts

Covid restrictions to ease further in both states from Friday, with Victoria confident it has reached peak of Omicron wave

The Guardian - AU · Apr 20, 2022

Victorian COVID-19 hospitalisations at 319 as 6,926 cases and 17 deaths reported

Victoria's Chief Health Officer says the decision to continue mandating masks for some primary school students is proportionate given the state's high caseload and low vaccination coverage among younger children.

ABC News · Feb 22, 2022

Scott Morrison speaks to Ukraine PM; 60 Covid deaths reported – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Feb 22, 2022

Daniel Andrews and Brett Sutton yet to discuss Victorian mandate for third Covid vaccine dose

Chief health officer tells hearing 38.9% of Victorians aged over 18 have already had three vaccine doses

The Guardian - AU · Jan 31, 2022

No health advice on Aust Open crowd push

Victorian chief health officer Brett Sutton said he was not asked his advice on the decision to increase crowd numbers at the Australian Open.

AAP · Jan 31, 2022