Here's everything we know about Western Australia opening it's borders. 9News
's tightly held border restrictions will ease in February 2022, following the state reaching an anticipated full vaccination rate of over 90 per cent.
Premier Mark McGowan announced that as of 12.01am on Saturday, February 5, the state's hard border closure will end.READ MORE:WA's borders will reopen at 12.01am on Saturday February 5, 2022.Premier Mark McGowan has set this date following medical advice that anticipates WA will reach a full, two-dose vaccination rate of more than 90 per cent for residents aged 12 and over.
You will still need to be able to show proof of your vaccination status, and if your trip is for six days or more, you still need have a negative test within 72 hours of flying and undertake another test within 48 hours of landing.You will be allowed to enter if you are medically exempt from receiving COVID-19 vaccinations.After February 5, 2022, there are some places where you will need to wear a mask.
These include public transport, rideshare services, visits to hospitals, visits to aged care facilities and visits to custodial facilities.
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