Victoria’s latest border breach of a positive COVID-19 case is a timely reminder that we need to stay vigilant.

An infected removalist is known to have travelled from Sydney to Melbourne and Adelaide before returning to New South Wales.

It marks the third border breach of a known Covid-positive case from the NSW outbreak.

On the local front, businesses have approached the office of Member for Mildura Ali Cupper, fearing that our community is flouting QR-code and face mask requirements.

“I’m hearing stories of staff being abused by patrons for asking them whether they’ve checked in, or where their mask is” Ms Cupper said.

“I understand the situation is prolonged and frustrating, but we must avoid taking it out on each other.

“We must all be considerate of each other, and the roles we have to play to keep businesses open.”

Ms Cupper said patrons and businesses need to show mutual respect to make the best of a tough situation.

“Wearing masks indoors and scanning QR-codes everywhere you go is a simple, pain-free contribution to keep our community safe,” she said.

“Some people have valid exemptions for face masks, or may not have a smartphone – but these exemptions don’t give people license to be aggressive if they’re asked about it.”

Ms Cupper acknowledges that the pandemic has created a tense atmosphere, but the last thing we need is complacency.

“Checking-in is our safety net, and if you are capable of wearing a mask, do it – it’s simple,” she said.

“Nobody wants another lockdown, and no Victorian wants a 2020 2.0.”