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Australian authorities today used helicopters and the army to enforce its 'Zero Covid' lockdown, as thousands of police flooded Sydney city centre to enforce the rules and hand out $500 fines for those not wearing a mask. 

Sirens blared across the city and a draconian message was broadcast from the skies, as millions were told: "This is public health order —do not break rules —you will be found and fines issued."