The Victorian government has offered $5 million in compensation to settle a class action lawsuit filed in 2021 over the strict lockdowns imposed on nine public housing towers in North Melbourne and Flemington in Australia in July 2020. Over 3,000 residents were detained without notice in their apartments during the lockdown, which lasted from July 4 to either July 9 or 18. The lawsuit alleged that residents were deprived of access to fresh air, exercise, and activities during the lockdown, left without medication and critical supplies, and served spoiled food. The government denied several claims. The settlement, which will only take effect if approved by the Supreme Court, will not deduct legal fees incurred by the plaintiffs. The conclusion of the class action also comes amid concerns about the handling of the pandemic and the zeitgeist around pandemic management.