According to a graph provided by the authorities showing the COVID-19 dynamic in Australia, the daily increments of the infection went up sharply in the last week of March and have been declining since 28 March.
"As at 6:00 a.m. on 5 April 2020 [20:00 GMT, April 4], there have been 5,635 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Australia. There have been 181 new cases since 6:00 a.m. yesterday. Of the 5,635 confirmed cases in Australia, 34 have died from COVID-19. More than 291,000 tests have been conducted across Australia", the statement read.
Australia Reports Gradual Fall in New COVID-19 Cases With 181 New Infections in 24 Hours
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The previous situation update from Australia on Saturday stated there were 5,548 cumulative cases, including 198 new infections.
The majority of Australian coronavirus cases have come from abroad, specifically from cruise ships and during travel to Europe or the Americas, according to the statement.