The outbreak has passed 1000 cases since it began on June 16. Photo: Getty ImagesGreater Sydney will enter a stricter lockdown as the state records a Covid-19 death and 111 new local cases. She said at least 29 of the fresh cases were infectious in the community and it's this number that is "stubborn". NSW recorded 97 new local virus cases in the 24 hours to 8pm on Thursday, with at least 46 out in the community for part or all of their infectious period. The outbreak has passed 1000 cases since it began on June 16.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 17, 2021 01:30 UTC