ACT government will ask Canberrans to wear masks if cases return to the territory or surrounding region

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Updated August 2 2020 - 7:53pm, first published 6:00pm
Chief Minister Andrew Barr has asked Canberrans to prepare for a time when masks may be necessary in the ACT. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
Chief Minister Andrew Barr has asked Canberrans to prepare for a time when masks may be necessary in the ACT. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

ACT residents will be required to wear face masks if COVID-19 cases are detected in Canberra or the immediate surrounding region, Chief Minister Andrew Barr announced on Sunday.

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Elliot Williams

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I've been a reporter with The Canberra Times since 2017 and as a proud Canberran it's been an honour to tell the stories of my hometown. I'm currently reporting on the public service and examining the ins and outs of a very important part of our city. Email: elliot.williams@canberratimes.com.au

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