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The Canberra Times
The Canberra Times
National
Kathryn Lewis

ACT continues virus-free run as 79,000 tested

The ACT has reported another day without a new coronavirus case as more than 79,000 tests have been conducted so far.

It has been 54 days since a new infection was found in the ACT and more than one month without an active case of the virus.

There have been 113 cases in total, including three deaths and 110 people who have recovered.

Despite the long-run without detected cases in Canberra, the community has been warned against complacency.

"Thanks to Canberrans being so responsive to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ACT remains in a good position, with no active cases and no new cases of COVID-19 for more than 50 days," ACT Health said.

"Despite the encouraging position of the ACT, we don't exist in a vacuum and the situation could change quickly, both in the ACT and in our neighbouring jurisdictions."

"We're all used to our new physical distancing and personal hygiene regime, so let's keep it up for our own safety-and the safety of our family, friends, colleagues and the wider community.

"It's still important to get tested if you get any COVID-like symptoms."

Across the border, NSW reported 17 new cases on Wednesday including one with no known source.

Fifteen cases are linked to known clusters and one is in hotel quarantine.

Nurse Di Allende prepares a COVID-19 test at the drive-in COVID-19 testing site in Kambah. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos
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