Virus cases in the Australian state of New South Wales continue to rise, with 642 new cases and four deaths reported on Friday.
The response from the authorities: To extend the ongoing lockdown of the city of five million Sydney, which began on June 23, until the end of September.
In addition, face masks will be mandatory for everyone in the entire state who is outdoors and not exercising. A nighttime curfew will be imposed in the twelve worst-affected suburbs.TT
