Low COVID-19 caseload means restrictions ease early across South-East Queensland — here's how that will look
3 years, 4 months ago

Low COVID-19 caseload means restrictions ease early across South-East Queensland — here's how that will look

ABC  

More changes are on the way for Queenslanders this Friday, and it is largely good news thanks to the low number of COVID-19 cases detected in the community. The best news for residents of the 11 local government areas across South-East Queensland still subject to limits on social contact is that mask rules are easing, though they'll still be needed outdoors at least until the end of next week. 11 LGAs facing restrictions: Brisbane City Moreton Bay Regional Council Gold Coast Ipswich Lockyer Valley Regional Council Logan City Noosa Shire Council Redland City Scenic Rim Regional Council Somerset Regional Council Sunshine Coast Regional Council Another day of zero community acquired cases recorded in the past 24 hours prompted Queensland authorities to bring forward the easing of restrictions from Sunday to Friday. After lockdowns ended across South-East Queensland, several restrictions were put in place as further protection aimed at getting on top of the Indooroopilly State High School Delta outbreak. "We are going to keep these restrictions in place for another week and we will review it at the end of the week it we continue to get those zero cases," Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said.

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Queensland's COVID-19 mandate for masks on public transport to be scrapped
2 years, 3 months ago

Queensland's COVID-19 mandate for masks on public transport to be scrapped

ABC  

Queensland is ending the requirement for people to wear face masks while on public transport. Key points: The rule will be relaxed for staff and commuters from midnight The Health Minister asked the public to respect those who chose to continue wearing masks Masks will still be required in vulnerable settings, by close contacts and those who have left just …

Queensland scraps more COVID-19 restrictions despite third wave of infections
2 years, 5 months ago

Queensland scraps more COVID-19 restrictions despite third wave of infections

ABC  

Many of Queensland's remaining COVID-19 restrictions have eased from today despite health authorities confirming the state is experiencing a third wave of new cases of the virus. Unless required by their employer, vaccinations will no longer be mandatory for workers in high-risk settings, such as early childhood centres, schools, outside school care, correctional facilities, and airports. A vaccine mandate remains …

COVID-19 mask rules explained for every state and territory
2 years, 10 months ago

COVID-19 mask rules explained for every state and territory

ABC  

Masks will be coming off indoors today across much of the east coast, while a mask mandate has been extended in Western Australia. Australian Capital Territory From today, masks will no longer be mandatory in most indoor settings in the ACT, but will still be required on public transport, and in hospitals and aged-care facilities. While NSW has scrapped mask …

Western Australia records zero new local COVID-19 cases as mask mandate scrapped
2 years, 11 months ago

Western Australia records zero new local COVID-19 cases as mask mandate scrapped

ABC  

Western Australia's mask-wearing mandate is set to ease this evening after the state recorded no new local COVID-19 cases overnight. Key points: WA has recorded no locally transmitted cases of COVID-19 WA has recorded no locally transmitted cases of COVID-19 It means the state's mask-wearing mandate will be relaxed It means the state's mask-wearing mandate will be relaxed State borders …

Queensland records 16 new COVID-19 community cases ahead of mask mandate being introduced
3 years ago

Queensland records 16 new COVID-19 community cases ahead of mask mandate being introduced

ABC  

Queensland has recorded 20 new cases of COVID-19, including 16 that have been in the community, a day ahead of a statewide mask mandate being introduced. Key points: A statewide mask mandate comes into effect tomorrow and will be revised when 90 per cent of the population 16 and over is double vaccinated The Premier rules out lockdowns over Christmas …

COVID-19 restrictions now apply to the unvaccinated in Queensland. Here's what that means
3 years ago

COVID-19 restrictions now apply to the unvaccinated in Queensland. Here's what that means

ABC  

Queensland has just effectively become two vastly different places, depending on whether you're fully vaccinated or not. Queensland Health said proof of COVID-19 vaccination or medical exemption includes: A written confirmation of COVID vaccination provided as part of the vaccination process, such as a record of vaccine card; Vaccination information displayed on the Check In Qld app; A COVID-19 digital …

NSW government updates roadmap for easing of COVID-19 restrictions after state reaches 95pc double dose vaccination target
3 years, 1 month ago

NSW government updates roadmap for easing of COVID-19 restrictions after state reaches 95pc double dose vaccination target

ABC  

Mandatory mask rules in NSW will be largely scrapped next month under the state's updated roadmap for easing COVID-19 restrictions. Key points: In NSW, 92.1 per cent of people are fully vaccinated QR code check-ins will be scaled back to only high-risk settings Premier Dominic Perrottet says NSW is "leading the world" with vaccinations The NSW government said the adjustments …

Unsure about the Queensland border COVID rules this Christmas? So is the Queensland government
3 years, 1 month ago

Unsure about the Queensland border COVID rules this Christmas? So is the Queensland government

ABC  

When economists want to change people's behaviour they put a price on it. The post-80 per cent rules mean they would need to get a $150 COVID test in Byron and hope to get the result back in enough time for the return journey. "There may be less testing requirements for fully vaccinated people entering the border zone or entering …

Queensland passes 80 per cent of over 16s COVID-19 vaccination threshold for easing of mask rules
3 years, 1 month ago

Queensland passes 80 per cent of over 16s COVID-19 vaccination threshold for easing of mask rules

ABC  

Queensland has met the state government's threshold for the easing of mask rules, with 80.1 per cent of the state's population over 16 now at least partially vaccinated. On Tuesday, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said people in south-east Queensland would no longer need to wear masks indoors, including at schools, workplaces, cafes, pubs, clubs and hairdressers "the minute" 80 per cent …

COVID-19 vaccine restrictions could pose issues for Queensland businesses worried about being on the frontline
3 years, 1 month ago

COVID-19 vaccine restrictions could pose issues for Queensland businesses worried about being on the frontline

ABC  

Queensland hospitality businesses are concerned restrictions for those unvaccinated against COVID-19 from next month will have serious repercussions on their busiest trade time of the year. Key points: Hospitality venues says they will have to put on extra staff to check vaccination status Some are looking to double security at venues, but there is a 'massive shortage' of guards Some …

What do Queensland's new COVID-19 rules mean for the vaccinated and unvaccinated?
3 years, 1 month ago

What do Queensland's new COVID-19 rules mean for the vaccinated and unvaccinated?

ABC  

From mid-December, where you can go and what you can do will depend on whether or not you've had two COVID-19 vaccine doses. Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says from December 17, or when 80 per cent of Queenslanders over 16 are fully vaccinated, those who are fully immunised will go about daily life with no restrictions at all. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot …

Queensland COVID-19 mask mandate to be relaxed when vaccination rate hits 80 per cent over 16 getting at least one dose
3 years, 1 month ago

Queensland COVID-19 mask mandate to be relaxed when vaccination rate hits 80 per cent over 16 getting at least one dose

ABC  

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced masks will no longer be required when 80 per cent of Queenslanders over 16 years of age have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot In latest reporting period: Deaths: 11 11 New cases: 5,698 Queensland's vaccine rollout: First dose: 93.2 per cent 93.2 per cent Second dose: 92.7 per …

Queensland to impose COVID-19 restrictions on unvaccinated people from December, no new local cases
3 years, 1 month ago

Queensland to impose COVID-19 restrictions on unvaccinated people from December, no new local cases

ABC  

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has revealed the limits that will be put on Queenslanders who have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 by mid-next month. Key points: The easing of restrictions will only apply for those who are fully vaccinated Hospitals, aged care facilities and prisons will also require both doses Acting Chief Health Officer warned the freedoms and reopened borders would …

Western Australia assesses Queensland as 'very low' COVID-19 risk, meaning quarantine-free travel
3 years, 1 month ago

Western Australia assesses Queensland as 'very low' COVID-19 risk, meaning quarantine-free travel

ABC  

Western Australia's border restrictions for those travelling from Queensland will ease on Wednesday, after a COVID-19 scare delayed plans for quarantine-free travel to resume last week. Key points: Queensland is becoming the fourth "very low risk" jurisdiction Queensland is becoming the fourth "very low risk" jurisdiction South Australia, Tasmania and the Northern Territory are already on the list South Australia, …

Lockdowns are lifting, but where can I travel? Here's the latest on every state's border restrictions
3 years, 2 months ago

Lockdowns are lifting, but where can I travel? Here's the latest on every state's border restrictions

ABC  

As Australia's vaccination rate soars, local restrictions for COVID-affected areas are easing and so, too, are some state border restrictions. People currently in Queensland, SA, WA, Tasmania and the NT are all permitted to travel to Victoria, however those states also have rules in place for people coming back from the garden state. People who've been in Victoria or non-exempted …

Six Covid cases detected in Queensland as new restrictions slapped on millions for TWO weeks
3 years, 2 months ago

Six Covid cases detected in Queensland as new restrictions slapped on millions for TWO weeks

Daily Mail  

Queensland has announced six new cases of Covid and has responded by imposing tougher restrictions and cutting the crowd capacity at Sunday's NRL Grand Final in Brisbane to 75 per cent. Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced six new cases in the state on Thursday, resulting in Stage 2 restrictions being introduced in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Moreton Bay, Logan, Townsville and …

Queensland records zero local COVID-19 cases, applies new restrictions to NSW border bubble after lockdown announced
3 years, 3 months ago

Queensland records zero local COVID-19 cases, applies new restrictions to NSW border bubble after lockdown announced

ABC  

Queensland will tighten border restrictions for the Tweed and Byron shires in northern New South Wales after a lockdown was announced for those regions. Key points: The additional restriction to the two LGAs will apply from 1:00am Wednesday The new border rules mean the Byron and Tweed LGAs will become part of the restricted NSW border zone The Premier described …

COVID-19 quarantine lifted for 960 Logan families, Queensland reviewing border rules for interstate truck drivers
3 years, 3 months ago

COVID-19 quarantine lifted for 960 Logan families, Queensland reviewing border rules for interstate truck drivers

ABC  

Nearly 1,000 Logan families have been released from home quarantine overnight after health officials deemed there was a low risk they had been exposed to COVID-19 when a Queensland truck driver travelled back from NSW and tested positive last week. Key points: The 960 families were awaiting the negative results from two remaining children, whose parents initially did not want …

Queensland records zero new cases of COVID-19, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announces easing of restrictions
3 years, 3 months ago

Queensland records zero new cases of COVID-19, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announces easing of restrictions

ABC  

Queensland has recorded no new locally acquired cases of COVID-19, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced. Key points: It has been 20 days since Queensland last recorded an active case in the community Masks will not be required outdoors anymore, aside from people attending sporting events at stadiums There were no new cases reported on Palm Island after traces of the virus …

NSW records its worst day of the COVID-19 pandemic so far against a backdrop of curfews, police and protests
3 years, 4 months ago

NSW records its worst day of the COVID-19 pandemic so far against a backdrop of curfews, police and protests

ABC  

For as long as Sydney has been in lockdown, commentators — including Premier Gladys Berejiklian's interstate counterparts — have loudly called for tougher restrictions, lamenting what they saw as "lockdown lite". West and south-west Sydney are bearing the brunt of the state's COVID-19 response, with nearly all of the new restrictions only applicable to residents in "local government areas of …

Confused about the latest Queensland-NSW border rules? Here's what you need to know
3 years, 4 months ago

Confused about the latest Queensland-NSW border rules? Here's what you need to know

ABC  

With the Delta variant of COVID-19 spreading across regional New South Wales, Queensland's borders have been shut. Also, from Friday of this week, essential workers with an exemption to cross into Queensland — like emergency and health workers — will need to have had at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Queensland Health is urging people to reconsider their …

Queensland-NSW border shuts as part of COVID-19 restrictions shake-up. Here are the new rules to live by
3 years, 5 months ago

Queensland-NSW border shuts as part of COVID-19 restrictions shake-up. Here are the new rules to live by

ABC  

Queenslanders are getting used to an ever-evolving situation on COVID-19 restrictions — and today there are more changes. Indoor weddings and funerals: 200 people or one person per 2 square metres or 100 per cent capacity if ticketed or allocated seating. "There will be a border zone in place for people who live and need to travel within the communities …

New COVID-19 restrictions for NSW now apply — here's what you need to know
3 years, 5 months ago

New COVID-19 restrictions for NSW now apply — here's what you need to know

ABC  

The COVID-19 outbreak in NSW is growing despite two weeks of lockdown and Premier Gladys Berejiklian says she has "no option" but to implement tighter restrictions. In a bid to "crush" the Delta variant, new social distancing restrictions now apply in Greater Sydney, the Blue Mountains, Central Coast, Wollongong and Shellharbour. The new COVID-19 restrictions Only two people can gather …

Lockdown has lifted in Brisbane and Moreton Bay but COVID restrictions will still apply
3 years, 5 months ago

Lockdown has lifted in Brisbane and Moreton Bay but COVID restrictions will still apply

ABC  

Lockdown lifted in the Brisbane City and Moreton Bay council areas at 6:00pm on Saturday but with five new locally acquired cases, restrictions to limit gatherings are still in place. Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said there were three points Queenslanders must remember: If you are sick, get tested Wear your mask Use the Check In Queensland app Masking up A lot …

COVID-19 lockdown rules for Brisbane, south-east Queensland, Townsville, Palm Island and Magnetic Island
3 years, 5 months ago

COVID-19 lockdown rules for Brisbane, south-east Queensland, Townsville, Palm Island and Magnetic Island

ABC  

A snap three-day lockdown has come into effect for millions of people in south-east Queensland and areas around Townsville. Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said the restrictions will apply to those in 11 local government areas in south-east Queensland, including Noosa, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich, Logan, Redlands, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Scenic Rim, Lockyer Valley, Moreton Bay and Somerset. The following mask and …

Mask and social distancing rules reintroduced as Queensland responds to COVID-19 Delta variant
3 years, 5 months ago

Mask and social distancing rules reintroduced as Queensland responds to COVID-19 Delta variant

ABC  

Queenslanders are facing new public health restrictions after three new COVID-19 infections were reported in the state, including one involving the highly contagious Delta variant. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot In latest reporting period: Deaths: 11 11 New cases: 5,698 Queensland's vaccine rollout: First dose: 93.2 per cent 93.2 per cent Second dose: 92.7 per cent Latest case information from Queensland Health. …

NSW COVID restrictions explained — this is where you need to wear a mask, and where you can't travel
3 years, 6 months ago

NSW COVID restrictions explained — this is where you need to wear a mask, and where you can't travel

ABC  

The NSW government has introduced new COVID-19 restrictions from 4:00pm on Wednesday, including a ban on non-essential travel outside Sydney and compulsory face masks at work and the gym. Travel restrictions explained Sydneysiders who live or work in several local government areas will be unable to travel outside the city's metropolitan area for non-essential reasons from 4:00pm. The affected LGAs …

Queensland declares Greater Sydney a COVID-19 hotspot
3 years, 6 months ago

Queensland declares Greater Sydney a COVID-19 hotspot

ABC  

Queensland has extended its COVID-19 restrictions to include travellers from Greater Sydney as fears grow about the spread of the virus south of the border. Key points: Visitors from Greater Sydney and other areas will be barred from entering Queensland from 1:00am Thursday Investigations reveal the Delta variant of the virus spread between hotel quarantine guests staying in adjacent rooms …

NRL players in Sydney return to COVID-19 bubble-like restrictions following NSW outbreak
3 years, 6 months ago

NRL players in Sydney return to COVID-19 bubble-like restrictions following NSW outbreak

ABC  

NRL players and club staff currently in Greater Sydney will return to COVID-19 bubble-like restrictions, unable to leave home except to attend training or for an essential activity. Key points: NRL has reintroduced level-three restrictions for players currently based in Sydney They will have to stay at home unless they are taking part in an approved activity NRL staff involved …

Interstate school holidaymakers book Queensland trips hoping COVID-19 won't close the borders
3 years, 6 months ago

Interstate school holidaymakers book Queensland trips hoping COVID-19 won't close the borders

ABC  

Ongoing uncertainty around border closures and COVID-19 restrictions in the lead-up to school holidays has brought another wave of cancellations and anxious waits for would-be travellers. Key points: Occupancy rates over the holidays have already dropped by around 20 per cent in Far North Queensland For some businesses, this winter could be make or break and depend on any border …

NSW COVID restrictions include face masks on public transport in Sydney, Blue Mountains
3 years, 6 months ago

NSW COVID restrictions include face masks on public transport in Sydney, Blue Mountains

ABC  

The number of infections linked to the COVID-19 cluster in Sydney's eastern suburbs has increased to nine, prompting the NSW government to mandate face masks in several settings. Key points: The face mask rules in certain parts of Sydney are changing That's because a COVID-19 cluster in the eastern suburbs is getting bigger, albeit by only a small number of …

NSW records no new cases of COVID-19 as restrictions continue
3 years, 7 months ago

NSW records no new cases of COVID-19 as restrictions continue

ABC  

NSW has recorded no new locally acquired cases of COVID-19 in the 24 hours to 8:00pm Friday night. Sydney hotel quarantine data Photo shows people wearing masks and pulling bags with wheels walk on the footpath COVID-19 cases acquired in India are escalating in Sydney's quarantine hotels, but are yet to exceed the number of infections from the US, NSW …

Greater Brisbane lockdown announced, masks mandatory across Queensland after 10 new COVID-19 cases, four locally acquired
3 years, 8 months ago

Greater Brisbane lockdown announced, masks mandatory across Queensland after 10 new COVID-19 cases, four locally acquired

ABC  

Greater Brisbane will go into a three-day lockdown after recording 10 new cases of coronavirus, four of which are community transmission. Key points: Greater Brisbane will head into lockdown from 5:00pm today It comes after four new cases of Coronavirus from community transmission Two of those cases are linked to the recent cluster Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said six of the …

Schools closed, masks mandatory — here's what you need to know about Brisbane's lockdown restrictions
3 years, 8 months ago

Schools closed, masks mandatory — here's what you need to know about Brisbane's lockdown restrictions

ABC  

Authorities have declared a three-day lockdown for the Greater Brisbane region after 10 new coronavirus cases were detected. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot In latest reporting period: Deaths: 11 11 New cases: 5,698 Queensland's vaccine rollout: First dose: 93.2 per cent 93.2 per cent Second dose: 92.7 per cent Latest case information from Queensland Health. If you have been in Greater Brisbane …

Brisbane and Moreton Bay are on high alert, so what are the new COVID-19 restrictions? Your questions answered
3 years, 8 months ago

Brisbane and Moreton Bay are on high alert, so what are the new COVID-19 restrictions? Your questions answered

ABC  

Brisbane is once again on high alert after a 26-year-old man from Stafford in the city's inner north tested positive to COVID-19 after visiting several venues across Brisbane and Moreton Bay while infectious. Queensland's Chief Health Officer Jeannette Young also says anyone who feels unwell in the Brisbane or Moreton Bay areas should come forward to get tested immediately. The …

When will Queensland's coronavirus restrictions on borders and dance floors be relaxed?
4 years, 3 months ago

When will Queensland's coronavirus restrictions on borders and dance floors be relaxed?

ABC  

While Queenslanders settle into "COVID-normal" freedoms, the Chief Health Officer has indicated restrictions could be eased further on Friday. The key restrictions still in place across Queensland are: No visits to residents of aged care facilities in Brisbane No visits to residents of aged care facilities in Brisbane Limited visiting of patients in hospitals and disability support centres in Brisbane …

New Queensland COVID-19 restrictions are in place. So who is affected and what's changed?
4 years, 4 months ago

New Queensland COVID-19 restrictions are in place. So who is affected and what's changed?

ABC  

Some of the coronavirus restrictions for people in South-East Queensland have all of a sudden reverted to some of the stricter measures similar to those from a few months ago. The strictest measures are in place for people in Greater Brisbane, which takes in eight Local Government Areas: Brisbane City, Ipswich, Logan, the Scenic Rim, Somerset, Lockyer Valley, Moreton Bay …

New restrictions coming for Australia\'s Victoria state
4 years, 5 months ago

New restrictions coming for Australia\'s Victoria state

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Australia’s hot spot Victoria state on Tuesday reported 374 new cases of COVID-19, its second-highest daily tally. Andrews said a lockdown in Australia’s second-largest city Melbourne, which began two weeks ago, was having an impact. is that the sorts of measures we’ve put in place are having a direct impact.” Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said military personnel were …

Queensland eases coronavirus restrictions early: Here's what's changing
4 years, 6 months ago

Queensland eases coronavirus restrictions early: Here's what's changing

ABC  

From midday on Monday, Queenslanders will be able to enjoy unrestricted travel throughout the state. The State Government said the move effectively made Queensland its own "travel bubble" and would be a lifeline for the tourism sector. "Well, from noon … Queenslanders can travel anywhere in Queensland," she said, adding that people can stay overnight. Deputy Premier and Health Minister …

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