West Australians will again be isolated for Christmas as the state prepares to strengthen border restrictions to Queensland and Tasmania.
WA is again stepping up its border restrictions to Queensland and Tasmania, further isolating the state.Western Australia will be effectively closed to every state and territory for Christmas under plans to further strengthen border controls.
WA will reopen its borders on February 5, when the state's double-dose vaccination rate for residents aged 12 and over is projected to reach 90 per cent. WA's first dose rate is expected to hit 90 per cent on Friday, while the double-dose rate is around 81 per cent.
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