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Victoria records 1,461 new local COVID-19 cases and seven deaths

Victoria has recorded 1,461 new locally acquired COVID-19 cases and seven deaths, as the state inches closer towards its 80 per cent full vaccination target.

As of Monday, 74 per cent of the adult population has been fully vaccinated.

There were 27,859 doses of vaccine administered at state-run sites in the 24 hours to midnight Sunday, as well as more vaccinations at GP clinics and other venues.

There are now 24,831 active cases of the virus in Victoria, and 230 people have died during the current Delta outbreak.

The premier announced on Sunday a further easing of restrictions will kick in on Friday at 6pm, when around 80 per cent of the population aged over 16 is expected to be fully vaccinated.

These will include the scrapping of outdoor face masks, the return of regional travel across the state, and the opening of indoor entertainment venues, gyms and retail for the fully vaccinated.

Capacity limits will also increase for restaurants, pubs and cafes.

Source: sbs.com.au