Some Aussie states could have their coronavirus restrictions lifted early in a possible plan for “guinea pig states”.
Places like Adelaide in South Australia have low rates of coronavirus infection. Picture: Tracey Nearmy/Getty Images“And we may see a number of trial-type of relief of restrictions at some point in the future and that would mean that in states like New South Wales or Victoria or even southeast Queensland that are more impacted that they be able to take this easing of restrictions with a bit more confidence.
“So the National Cabinet is working together very much on this and discussing the options that are available to them and really trying to help each other with the decisions that they need to make in each and every case.”it has relied on for decision-making but this was based on overseas data. Further modelling based on Australian cases is expected to be done in the next few weeks, and this will help decide the next steps.
Health Minister Greg Hunt said on Wednesday that Australia was in the suppression phase but looking at the “road out” on restrictions.While some are calling for the end to lockdowns, authorities have warned against complacency, especially over the Easter period, with Mr Morrison saying community transmission remained a significant concern.
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