Another two healthcare workers in Halls Creek test positive for COVID-19, but the WA Government is confident no Indigenous patients have been exposed to the virus.
"We are now seeing some wonderful numbers over a number of days," Mr Cook said.
Four of WA's new cases come from the Artania cruise ship, which has been responsible for dozens of infected patients being treated in Perth hotels or hospitals. The latest Halls Creek infections mean four healthcare workers in that community have been confirmed as coronavirus cases.
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