WA to consider easing restrictions in two weeks, as cases rise by just four
He told 6PR radio Western Australia's diagnosed case numbers remained low, but the easing of any measures currently in place would be considered over a"long period of time".
"We're doing pretty well but you don't want to take the foot off the pedal before such time as you know you can," he said.The stream of COVID-19 cases in WA has slowed to a trickle in recent days, but there are some big risks if the state limits the outbreak too effectively. Mr McGowan said that would be the opportunity to consider the long-term case results and whether any restrictions could be eased.The Premier praised the behaviour of West Australians over the Easter break but urged people to continue to follow the rules.
"If we get health advice that we can lift any of the restrictions, well then that's the time to do that. But up until then, [people should] do the right thing," he said.Mr Cook also told 6PR the state was considering a more"aggressive" testing regime to include even people who were not showing symptoms.Stay up-to-date on the coronavirus outbreak
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