Fines of more than 2,700 euro will be issued to anyone breaking coronavirus restrictions in part of Australia.
Strict lockdown rules are in place in Victoria - but the state's still reported 439 new cases of Covid-19 over the last 24 hours.
Officials found a third of those who've tested positive were not at home when they were supposed to be, leading to the tougher penalties being introduced.
Wicklow TD Stands Down From AI Chair Amid Drink-driving Investigation
"I am stepping down totally without prejudice to the ongoing legal process arising from my arrest on suspicion of drink driving." Malcolm Byrne TD
Nature Minister Condemns ‘illegal’ Fire within Wicklow Mountains
"Nesting season is a time for growth and for the future survival of our rarest birds and wildlife. That makes this act particularly cruel.”
Wicklow RNLI Rescue Stricken Pair After Capsize Of Rowing Boat
Wicklow RNLI crew launch quick rescue after two people stranded in Wicklow harbour on Wednesday
Wicklow Charges Ahead As One Of Ireland’s EV Capitals
Wicklow is now one of just four counties in the country where electric vehicles are the single best-selling new car type — ahead of hybrids and petrol models.
Confirmation of Croke Park for Katie Taylor Expected by Friday
Taylor committed to fighting in Dublin only for the final fight of her professional career, earlier this year.
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