This was announced by a spokesman for the Queen’s representative on Sunday afternoon, saying General Hurley had only mild symptoms.
« He is isolating himself at Admiralty House and will continue to follow all health advice and instructions, » the spokesman said .
General Hurley is double-vaccinated and, according to his office, had his booster vaccination as well.
The 68-year-old retired Army General is the newest celebrity, including Treasurer Josh Frydenberg and former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, the have tested positive for the virus in the past few days.
At the start of the pandemic in 2020, he issued a statement urging Australians to « stick together » and follow the advice of experts.
« I would also like to emphasize that this is a time of kindness and consideration for others. »
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