The Morrison government is providing almost $6 million in additional funding for coronavirus vaccine research and development.
The federal government is investing almost $6 million in additional research and development for three Australian coronavirus vaccines.
"The rapid development of safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines is a critical Australian government priority," Health Minister Greg Hunt said in a statement on Sunday. It takes Metropolitan Melbourne's 14-day new case rate down to 36.2, well below the state's target of 50. The Morrison government has also come to the aid of families and child care providers in Victoria, announcing $305 million in additional funding which primarily aimed at the state.
The federal government has provided $205 million in support for Victorian families and child care services to keep families connected to care and services open and viable.
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