ACTIVE cases of COVID–19 in the Alpine Shire have dropped over the past week, in line with the national trend, while the Victorian Government lifted work from home recommendations last week.

One new case of COVID–19 in the Alpine Shire was recorded in the 24 hours prior to last Sunday 9am, bringing the total number of active cases to 33 – nine cases fewer than last week.

According to coronavirus.vic.gov.au, most surrounding municipalities have either recorded a decrease in cases or case numbers have remained steady.

In the 24 hours preceding Sunday 11am, the Rural City of Wangaratta recorded 12 new COVID cases, bringing its total to 73 active cases (down from 101 last week).

Indigo Shire has 37 active cases, with six new cases recorded in the 24 hours before Sunday – down from 51 active cases last week.

Wodonga has seen an uptick in cases, with nine new cases recorded in the 24 hours preceding Sunday 11am, bringing their total number of active COVID cases to 107, up from 51 cases last week.

Benalla has 82 active COVID cases, up from 78 last week, while eight new cases have been recorded in the 24 hours preceding Sunday 11am.

Moira has recorded six new COVID cases, with a total of 69 active cases, down from 80 last week.

Mansfield has recorded one new COVID case, and currently only has 10 active cases – the same number as last week.

From last Thursday, the Victorian Government have lifted work from home recommendations.

According to Minister for Health Mary–Anne Thomas, the move is in line with the current public health recommendations, which recommended that during the peak periods of COVID transmission in July and August, people worked from home when practical to do so.

Employers and staff may still consider remote working arrangements that are most appropriate for their workplace and employees based on individual requirements.

Following the winter peak, the Premier has also requested and received public health advice to confirm that the pandemic declaration should remain until at least October 12, prior to which new advice will be requested.