The Queensland, NSW and the ACT governments have scrapped a major COVID-19 restriction but Victoria is forcing residents to wait as it 'considers' the latest health advice.
NSW Health and Queensland Health Minister Yvette D’Ath made the announcement on Wednesday following advice overnight from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee, which called for an end to the mandate from June 17.
NSW and Queensland travellers will no longer have to wear masks while in the terminal. Picture: NCA Newswire / Gaye Gerard The statement noted that “it is no longer proportionate to mandate mask use in airport terminals” as they are not required in most other indoor settings. "We do hope that other States and Territories follow suit, and consistently remove mask mandate across all jurisdictions."
A Victorian government spokesperson told SkyNews.com.au the AHPPC statement and recommendation would be reviewed.
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