Gemma Hall

Childcare workers, dentists, builders and real estate agents among those allowed to get back to work under the second step of Melbourne's restrictions roadmap.

Victoria records its seventh consecutive day of double-digit increases in coronavirus cases as two primary schools in Melbourne's COVD-19 hotspots are forced to close due to infections.

A new survey finds a number of Australians are uneasy about gathering in large groups or heading back out to restaurants and bars even if coronavirus restrictions are eased, sparking new fears for the hospitality sector.

The Prime Minister weighs into the debate on a tweet by Victoria's Deputy Chief Health Officer while the state's Premier says there are "far more important matters to talk about".

The MCG and Chadstone Shopping Centre are listed as potential COVID-19 acquisition sites after a man attended Boxing Day sales and day two of the Boxing Day Test before testing positive to coronavirus.

The mother of Melbourne woman Celeste Manno, who was killed while she was sleeping in her family home last month, is calling on the Victorian Government to tighten laws around stalking offences.

Victoria Police rather than Defence Force members will manage security in Victoria's revamped hotel quarantine program, as the State Government announces returning travellers will be asked to pay thousands of dollars towards their quarantine costs.

The boyfriend of Celeste Manno, who was killed in her Melbourne home this week, has shared a photo of the pair that was taken just days before her death, saying it was the best way of showing the world how much she meant to him.

New data from Fines Victoria shows more than $27 million in fines have been issued for people breaching coronavirus lockdown laws, but just 845 people have paid their fines in full.

With the pandemic closing international borders, hospitality only just opening up in some states, and fiscal stimulus pumping more cash into people's pockets, Black Friday sales this year are expected to break records.

There are no active cases in the state. The department says 16,409 test results have been received since the last update.

Popular contemporary artists like Adnante and Rone have come together in Melbourne's CBD for an immersive art exhibition in a group of empty shopfronts as life in Melbourne's CBD slowly comes back to life.

Victoria's health department says there have been three new cases of coronavirus reported in the past 24 hours and zero new deaths. The 14-day rolling average in Melbourne is now 2.4.

"Nonsensical" and "laughable" language translations of COVID-19 public health messages are being distributed to multicultural communities, prompting fears migrants and refugees will lose trust in the Governments' handling of the coronavirus pandemic.

Residents of six Melbourne local government areas are being told to avoid travelling after a surge in coronavirus cases in the past week.

From midnight fishing to a sunrise tee off at the golf club, Victorians are enjoying their first day of relaxed coronavirus restrictions, which allow five visitors at homes and outdoor gatherings of up to 10 people.

Victoria's COVID-19 tally continues on its steepest climb in a fortnight, as Premier Daniel Andrews reveals 13,000 people were screened for the virus in the state's testing blitz on Sunday.

Leading Senior Constable Lynette Taylor is farewelled as a dedicated "hero" who will always be remembered for making a "huge difference to the community", as Victoria Police officers observe a minute of silence for their colleague.

Victorians face lengthy waits at some coronavirus test sites on Sunday, as health authorities call back large numbers of staff from end-of-year leave to meet the surge in demand.

The Victorian Government is spending $250 million to employ 4,100 tutors to work with students who have fallen behind while learning from home during the state's lengthy coronavirus lockdowns.