- NSW, Victoria, Queensland, the ACT and Tasmania reported a total of 68 deaths on Wednesday.
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The number of patients in NSW hospitals fell from 2,068 to 1,906. Of those, 132 are in ICU, the same as Tuesday and slightly down from Monday's 137. - Federal tourism minister Dan Tehan has rebuffed possible Victorian plans to make international tourists visiting the state be triple vaccinated, ahead of the opening of international borders on February 21.
- Mr Tehan said it was critical for there to be a unified approach from states and territories when international travellers return.
- Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews hinted on Tuesday at the possibility a third dose may be required, in line with rules applying to residents, allowing them to enter hospitality venues or major events.
- Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said her state had "finally, finally, finally" hit the 90 per cent double-dose vaccination target for people 16 years and over.
- Queensland has recorded its highest number of daily COVID-19 deaths, with 24 people passing away in the latest reporting period.
COVID-19 Stats:
NSW reported 1,906 patients hospitalised with 132 in intensive care. There were 20 new deaths, and 10,312 new cases of COVID-19.
In Victoria, 542 people are hospitalised with 71 in ICU. There were 21 deaths and 9,908 new infections.
In Queensland there are 686 people in hospital including 44 in intensive care, 24 deaths and 6,902 new cases.
Tasmania has 10 people in hospital, 574 new cases and two deaths.
One death has been recorded in the ACT and 475 new cases, including 54 people in hospital and one in ICU requiring ventilation
A number of states have set up RAT registration forms.
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