Australia has smashed its daily coronavirus record, with Victoria recording around 700 new infections yesterday.

The state's second surge has been a rollercoaster ride of new peaks and falls – but what's concerning everyone is that the overall trend for Victoria is still on the rise.

On today's Coronacast, Norman Swan tells Tegan Taylor where he thinks all of this could be heading for Victoria, as well as surrounding states.

Also on today:

* Another record day in Victoria. It's been a rollercoaster of cases, and emotions.

* Why is Victoria waiting until Monday to impose mandatory masks statewide?

* How do we combat community coronavirus fatigue?

* Regarding the episode about COVID-toes, it's likely describing chilblains.