Another two Victorian deaths and more than 400 new COVID cases

It follows two deaths recorded on Tuesday.

The state recorded 423 new local cases and no cases acquired overseas, with 149 of the local cases linked to known cases and outbreaks.

There were 41,856 vaccines administered and 54,649 test results received.

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The Victorian government has introduced priority vaccine access and an enforcement blitz to reduce the risks of COVID-19 transmission in the construction industry.

Treasure Tim Pallas, speaking in Monday's daily briefing, said the younger, more mobile nature of the building workforce meant going beyond the requirements for normal COVID compliance.

"To support the construction industry, we'll release 20,000 priority Pfizer appointments over the next week and unlimited access to AstraZeneca to all construction workers," he said.

Mr Pallas said about 50 teams would be out and about each day inspecting construction sites and penalty notices and prohibition orders would be issued if required.

As well, eight so-called Border Brokers will come from the regional development and agriculture departments and take feedback on problems caused by COVID restrictions.

The Victorian government also announced it will spend another $22 million on mental health, including pop-up clinics across the state.

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