Prime Minister Scott Morrison has accused Queensland and South Australia's premiers of lacking perspective over their decision to close their borders to Victorians over the coronavirus surge in Melbourne | michaelfowler08
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has accused Queensland and South Australia's premiers of lacking perspective over their decision to close their borders to Victorians as the coronavirus surge in Melbourne threatens to destabilise the federal consensus that has existed for most of the crisis.Credit:Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced on Tuesday the Sunshine State will reopen its borders on July 10 but travel from Victoria will remain restricted.
"There are hotspots in one part of Melbourne, admittedly it's very serious, it has our total focus and it is of great concern. "I think, for a start, these border wars have got to stop," the Queensland Premier said. "I think a national leader should have been able to bring all of the states and territories together.
States and territories have largely worked constructively through the national cabinet during the coronavirus pandemic, agreeing on the initial closures of borders. Ms Palaszczuk said that anyone who had travelled from Victoria, including Queensland residents, would be prevented from entering the state unless they quarantined at a hotel at their own expense.
Police will remain stationed at Queensland's borders and at airports to check statutory declarations of those coming into the state. Those who lie about visiting Victoria face a $4000 fine.
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