'We have said from the outset that measures will need to be in place for the long haul, at least six months” - Australian Chief Medical Officer Professor Brendan Murphy. 9News
Last week reports emerged that New South Wales could be considering loosening restrictions on May 1, but that claim was quashed by the premier.
"We have said from the outset that measures will need to be in place for the long haul, at least six months," Prof Murphy said. When asked about the NRL wanting to restart its season in late May, Prof Murphy called that ambition "premature".
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