The ACT has recorded 13 new locally acquired cases of COVID-19 as the territory endures what Chief Minister Andrew Barr says is one of the "toughest moments" in Canberra's history.
At least eight of the new cases spent some time infectious in the community.
Five of the new cases are yet to be linked to a known case or transmission site. The remaining eight cases are all household contacts of a known case.
Seven people are now in hospital with the virus — one of those is in intensive care and requires ventilation.
Yesterday the ACT government announced the territory would remain in lockdown for another four weeks.
ABC News: Ian Cutmore
)ACT vaccination rates remain strong
ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr said yesterday was another strong day of vaccinations for the territory.
"This number will continue to grow in the coming weeks, with around 70,000 people still waiting on a first dose through an ACT government clinic."
Mr Barr said 12-15-year-olds would be able to book for a Pfizer vaccination at ACT government clinics from next week.
"Soon we will have administered first doses to everyone who wants one. And then the balance of the vaccination program will shift to second doses – and it will significantly pick up pace," he said.
"We will support the work that is being undertaken nationally and locally to achieve a COVID-normal life as soon as is possible."
More to come.
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2021-09-15 01:50:28Z
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