THERE have been zero cases of coronavirus community transmission across NSW, allowing the state to wind back regulations around outdoor gatherings and group bookings.
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The last time there were no new locally transmitted cases in NSW was the 24 hours to October 6.
Four cases in overseas travellers in hotel quarantine were also diagnosed, bringing the total number of cases in NSW to 4153. There were 6,952 tests reported to 8pm last night, compared with 12,985 in the previous 24 hours.
Premier Gladys Berejiklian said while the news was promising there was great concern over testing numbers and she believed the virus continued to lurk in the community.
"Good news, but we know that it is still likely lurking in the community," she said.
"Please keep getting tested."
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The Premier also announced a change to regulations for bookings and outdoor gatherings.
Those booking at a restaurant or hospitality venue will now be able to sit with a group of 30, while the limit on people at outdoor gatherings has risen to 30.
"NSW is at a critical point, and the only way to find new cases and prevent further transmission is to increase testing," a statement for NSW Health said.
"Come forward for testing right away if anyone has even the mildest of symptoms like a runny nose or scratchy throat, cough, fever or other symptoms that could be COVID-19.
"This is particularly important in South Western Sydney, Western Sydney and South Eastern Sydney where there have been recent locally transmitted cases."
NSW Health is treating 69 COVID-19 cases, with one patient in intensive care. This patient does not require ventilation.
Meanwhile, NSW Police have issued 20 Penalty Infringement Notices following a number of alleged breaches of the Public Health Act across the weekend.
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