New South Wales has recorded another 1218 cases of coronavirus, a new pandemic high for the state. Another six COVID-related deaths were also confirmed, taking the total number of fatalities in the outbreak to 89. But in some positive news, NSW is now halfway to its 70 per cent vaccination target. 7NEWS at 6pm. More local news: 7news.com.au/news/nsw #7NEWS | 7NEWS Sydney

New South Wales has recorded 65 new #coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours. Premier Gladys Berejiklian has warned the numbers are likely to rise: http://9Soci.al/Orcy30rNSP3 #COVID19 #9News | 9 News Sydney

Comedian Jon-Bernard Kairouz has been able to accurately predict NSW COVID-19 case numbers the night before they’re announced, telling Sky News Australia it all comes down to “simple maths”. Read the full story at www.skynews.com.au | Sky News Australia

Today the biggest easing of coronavirus restrictions in New South Wales since the pandemic began. Cinemas, theatres, performance halls and theme parks can re-open. Social distancing rules of one person per 4-square metres will still apply. More Details: https://7news.link/38ggZqx #Coronavirus #7NEWS | 7NEWS Sydney

New South Wales is fast tracking its path to getting back to normal, easing coronavirus restrictions further from today. But social distancing rules and hygiene protocols must continue to be followed. More: 7news.link/2MPMm1r #nswpol #7NEWS | 7NEWS Sydney