New restrictions for Melbourne as Covid infections surge

IVF clinics are also being contacted by authorities and asked to cancel their appointments with clients in an effort to free up more health resources. It comes less than a day after the state government paused non-urgent elective surgeries.Asked about the changes, a government spokesperson said they could not foreshadow further details due to the state’s new pandemic laws.But sources close to the health department said the new restrictions would be similar to those introduced in NSW late last month. From December 27 until at least January 27, NSW hospitality venues will be kept to a one person per 2sq m density limit with patrons encouraged not to “mingle” at pubs, cafes and clubs.People are also encouraged to work from home, particularly over the Christmas period, although this was not a formal requirement. More to come