Victoria has recorded 324 new locally acquired COVID-19 cases - its highest figure since August 2020 - as those who live in the regions prepare to emerge from lockdown.
In the 24 hours to Thursday morning, 54,242 tests were processed and 37,604 Victorians received a vaccine dose at a state-run hub.
About 200 police officers will be sent to patrol the edges of Melbourne and Shepparton to ensure people do not leave locked-down areas.
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