Australia is in the middle of its fourth COVID-19 wave, and the states and territories are taking different approaches to managing it. This is what each of them is recommending to help manage the impact of this fourth wave. 9News
South Australia
Masks are still required in some settings in South Australia, namely in public and private hospitals. Positive cases and close contacts are recommended to wear a mask when on public transport or in an indoor public space.People who do test positive on a RAT are still required to register the result with SA Health.
That said, the state doesn't have any restrictions in place, as its State of Emergency declaration ended on Friday, November 4. The government is still recommending some steps to combat the virus. "With COVID-19 still in the community, Western Australians are still encouraged to test and isolate if feeling unwell with COVID-like symptoms, stay up to date with vaccinations, continue to wash or sanitise your hands, and wear a mask as required," it says on its website.
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