ADF crackdown on lockdown restrictions as Aussies embrace warm weekend weather

Warm conditions this weekend are bringing thousands out of their homes and onto the beach, especially in Victoria, with numbers along the Surf Coast swelling yesterday.

Across the weekend, the ADF is cracking down on people flouting social distancing rules amid the flurry of spring weather, which expected to encourage people to head outdoors.

People living in coronavirus-impacted areas in NSW, Victoria and Queensland have been warned to exercise caution, despite possible temptation to gather in public places such as parks and the beach.

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Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews warned Victorians to "do the right thing" as authorities braced for crowds set to enjoy the forecasted warm weather this weekend.

Mr Andrews admitted he was "disappointed" to see so much sunshine on the forecast amid fears people will ignore the stage four restrictions to flock to beaches as the temperature rises.

Police and ADF personnel will be out in force to crack down on public and private gatherings and to ensure social distancing regulations are adhered to.

Drones will be deployed to help monitor the Victorian coastline from the sky and identify large groups and those breaking restrictions.

Regular patrols will ensure stage four restrictions are maintained and scenes similar to those seen on Bondi Beach back in March are not seen repeated during Victoria's second wave.

NSW Health also issued a reminder to Sydney-siders, encouraging people to "stay COVID-safe" if they plan to go out.