The radical plan to end Melbourne's lockdown early
But a catch could see some suburbs suffer more than others.
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'Is this real life?': Fury at packed Melbourne beaches
Thousands flocked to beaches in Melbourne yesterday to enjoy the sun.
Two men injured after alleged axe attack in Melbourne
An armed man allegedly attacked two men with a tomahawk at a shopping centre.
Morbid milestone: Victoria's virus death toll hits grim record
Victoria's overall death toll from Covid-19 is now more than 500.
Watch: Stroppy Brit cops Melbourne mask fine
One cop had a priceless response to a stroppy Brit's tirade on the streets of Melbourne.
Victoria records 116 new coronavirus cases, 15 more deaths
Covid-19 cases showing a marked downward trend since the state went into lockdown.
Infections drop below 200 in Victoria for second time
Victoria is showing progress in lowering infection rates since the lockdown.
Victoria's failed lockdown deadline
Today was the day that Melbourne's lockdown was supposed to end.
Australia's youngest victim among Victoria's 14 new Covid deaths
Victoria has confirmed 372 new infections of Covid-19.
'A lot of anxiety and concern': 11 confirmed cases now linked to coolstore
Surface testing is underway at the Mt Wellington plant.
'Pivotal' details emerge of Melbourne hotel quarantine scheme
Premier Daniel Andrews is accused of lying about ADF support for returning travellers.
Expert: 'Five to six dozen' Covid cases could be out there
'We think there is a possibility of five to six of dozen active infectious cases.'
Another deadly day: Victoria equals state's worst death toll
The Australian state has recorded 331 new cases and 19 deaths in the past 24 hours.
'This is a matter of life or death': Victoria's new tactic to drive down infections
It's hoped the move will get residents to comply with the stage four lockdown.
'People will die': Grim warning as Australia's Covid fight enters critical 7 days
There is a grim warning for the weeks ahead.
'Very serious criminal history': Kiwi set to be deported from detention centre in Australia dies
Australian media report a man with a "very serious criminal history" died this morning.
Deadliest day on record – Victoria's grim coronavirus toll as new cases jump by 322
It marks the state's highest single-day death toll so far.
Tragic reason Victoria quarantine failed
A tragic event may explain why the Australian state's system didn't work.
Restaurateur takes aim at Aussie govt's 'shameful' Covid-19 response
'I am worried beyond measure that the industry I love is facing total ruin.'
Victoria records 466 new cases, 12 deaths
Restrictions ramp up as the number of cases keep climbing in Australia.
'Strange and unfamiliar': Empty streets new normal in Melbourne
Melbourne is eerily quiet and empty now it is gone into stage 4 lockdown.
Boy, 4, dies after virus delays surgery
A young boy has died after Covid denied him a chance at receiving life-saving surgery.
'Still far too many': Victoria records 450 new Covid cases, 11 deaths
Police also arrested two men accused of organising a "freedom day" anti-lockdown rally.
'She's in pain!' Woman pinned down by Melbourne cops in dramatic virus arrest
Footage shows the woman screaming as the officers hold her face down on the footpath.
Nearly 500 new cases expected in Victoria
Victoria's Covid-19 daily case numbers are still high despite the harsh lockdown.
'It's evil, communist': Melbourne anti-masker arrested at train station
A Melbourne 'anti-masker' has been arrested after refusing to cooperate with police.
'Brutal' on-spot fines for workers who cheat system in lockdown
Victoria's work permit scheme has now begun, with massive fines for lockdown breaches.
Coronavirus Victoria: Record 725 new cases expected
Calls for a 1 per cent tax are being made after Victoria tipped to hit 725 Covid-19 cases.
Bloomfield may advise masks at level 2
Bloomfield advises Kiwis to stock up on masks in case they're needed.
Is there a stage 5? What happens if Melbourne's lockdown doesn't work
Victorians living under a harsh lockdown are warned things could get much worse.
'Unsafe, insecure': Melbourne Kiwis flee Covid for NZ, but move splits family
Jae Tuhi is bringing his family back to New Zealand in light of the crisis.
Why Melbourne's stage 4 lockdown should cover all of Victoria
The Conversation: Victoria runs a very high risk of having to do it all over again.
Melbourne guards' lack of training blamed for outbreak
Overwhelmed and poorly trained guards were overwhelmed by guests at isolation hotels.
NZ Govt can mandate similar measures to Melbourne
Melbourne's lockdown measures could be replicated in NZ if we get hit by a second wave.