Doctors who allegedly attended an illegal engagement party in breach of Melbourne’s lockdown now risk having their licenses stripped.
Sixty-nine people attended the private gathering in the St Kilda area last Wednesday, police say, but video footage of the event only emerged at the weekend.
As of Wednesday seven people who attended the party have tested positive to Covid-19 and health authorities remain concerned it will become a super-spreading event.While Victoria Police is investigating the major breach of public health orders, the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency revealed it was also looking into the matter.
“We are aware that Victoria Police have stated that they intend to take action with respect to individuals who attended the event. We will liaise with them in relation to any registered health practitioners who were present,” a spokesman said. “All health practitioners should ensure that they are aware of their legal obligations and act in accordance with them.”
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