Victoria has recorded 20 new locally acquired COVID-19 cases, as regional areas enjoy the first day out of lockdown.
All the new cases are linked to the existing outbreak, but only five were in quarantine during their infectious period.
There were 34,892 test results processed on Monday.
The statewide lockdown that began last Thursday night eased overnight for regional Victorians, allowing hospitality venues and schools to reopen.
Premier Daniel Andrews said on Monday health officials would be closely watching the next few days of results before deciding if Melbourne’s lockdown can lift on Thursday night.
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