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Rise in coronavirus cases

The number of COVID-19 cases in Brimbank rose to 23 by last Thursday, up 11 from the week before.

It comes as the state government last week ushered in stage three lockdown measures.

Gatherings of more than two people are banned, except for members of your immediate household and for work or education purposes.

Premier Daniel Andrews said there are only four valid reasons for people to leave their homes: to buy food and supplies, to get medical care, to exercise, and for work or education.

People who breach the directions will face on-the-spot fines of $1,652 for individuals and $9,913 for businesses.

Skate parks, playgrounds and outdoor gyms have been closed.

Some businesses and services have adjusted their services to keep operating.

A number of restaurants have switched their offerings to take away only, while Uber Eats has introduced an option to have your food left at the door.

Meanwhile vital council services will continue, and in some instances expand.

The Brimbank Community Register, currently supporting 700 people, will be opened up to more people.

People on the register will receive a regular phone call from council staff to check in on their welfare. Those on the register will also be provided with support and information.

Maternal and Child Health services are also continuing, with nurses offering consultations over the phone. Consultations will be kept to 15 minutes for babies aged up to eight weeks.

The council will also increase its meals delivery to the community through the Meals on Wheels program.

The additional delivery will target older people, people with a disability and others that have restricted access to the community.

According to mayor Georgina Papafotiou, almost 20 per cent of Brimbank residents are aged over 60 – almost 37,000 people.

This includes 6,000 aged over 80, who are identified as being among the most vulnerable to COVID-19.

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