Victoria has recorded four new cases of coronavirus and one death in the past day, as federal politicians lashed the state's eased restrictions as 'unacceptable'.
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said it was clear the Victorian government had a "callous indifference" to small business, after Premier Daniel Andrews announced on Sunday retail stores and indoor dining for restaurants, cafes and pubs would not reopen until November 2.
Up to 10 people from two households can gather outdoors and hairdressers, golf courses and tennis courts are allowed to reopen. “If it was completely removed across the Melbourne metropolitan area, we might well run the risk of overcompensation of gatherings in particular locations."
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