Coronavirus updates LIVE: Deaths from COVID-19 pass 65,000 around the globe, two more deaths in Victoria
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Summary
- The global death toll from coronavirus has passed 65,000. There are more than 1.2 million known cases of infection but more than 245,000 people have recovered, according to the Johns Hopkins University tally
- In Australia, the death toll stands at 39 and there are 5787 confirmed infections. There are 1,158 cases in Victoria. That's up two deaths from Sunday.
- British PM Boris Johnson has been admitted to hospital for precautionary tests. He tested positive for coronavirus on March 27 but still has symptoms.
- The Ruby Princess has docked south of Sydney as 250 crew await test results. Police have launched an investigation into the cruise ship fiasco
- Queen invokes WWII spirit in rare televised address
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