Victorian Govt refusal to upgrade contact tracing 'cost lives'

An inquiry has found the Victorian government’s reticence to overhaul its overwhelmed contact tracing regime cost lives during the state’s deadly second wave of coronavirus.

What to expect if a contact tracer rings

Providing honest, accurate information about your movements is vital if a contact tracer calls as part of trying to contain COVID-19. Trust is key, which is why angry authorities’ revealing personal details about ‘pizza guy’ was counter-productive, says epidemiologist Tambri Housen.