The vessel is carrying around 3000 people, with NSW Health classifying the ship as 'tier two' infection site. 9News
The "fourth wave" of the disease has taken hold in the community and cases are rising, with some experts calling for the reintroduction of mask mandates.
Authorities have so far refrained from imposing more mandates, but have recommended people follow masking and social distancing protocols.READ MORE:Two other ships arriving in Sydney today, Quantum of the Seas and Pacific Adventure, are "tier one" cases, meaning there is COVID-19 onboard, but only in low amounts.
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