Latest coronavirus figures: Victoria records lowest number of new cases in weeks

Victoria is continuing to show promising signs it is winning the fight against COVID-19.

Just two new cases of the virus have been recorded in Australia today, bringing the state’s total to 1301.

It continues a steady trend of falling cases in Victoria.

There were eight new cases yesterday, 10 on Tuesday and 13 on Monday.

The Victorian death toll remains at 14, with no new deaths in almost a week.

There have been 132 cases of community transmission, and 39 people are in hospital, including 18 in intensive care.

There are 1,301 cases of #COVID19 in Victoria & sadly 14 deaths. 132 cases may indicate community transmission. 39 people are in hospital, inc 18 in ICU. 1,137 people have recovered & > 73,000 Victorians have been tested. Our message is clear: Stay. At. Home. #springst

— Jenny Mikakos MP #StayHomeSaveLives (@JennyMikakos) April 16, 2020