Coronavirus restrictions in the Greater Sydney region have been extended until May 17 even though no further cases have been recorded after the two initial mystery infections.
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New South Wales has recorded zero new locally acquired infections for the third consecutive day but authorities argue the week extension of restrictions is an important safety precaution. Restrictions must be obeyed by residents of the Greater Sydney region, Wollongong, the Central Coast and the Blue Mountains and include a 20-visitor limit for households and a two-visitor limit at aged care facilities.
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