Minister for Health Brad Hazzard said the NSW Government had moved quickly to implement the border closure following the concerning community spread of COVID-19 in Melbourne.
“NSW has had to take this serious measure in order to protect the NSW community – and we ask everyone on both sides of the border to take it seriously,” Mr Hazzard said.
The temporary closure came into effect at 12.01am on Wednesday 8 July, and anyone entering NSW from Victoria after that time must follow the Public Health Order, including obtaining a permit if eligible. Permits are available via Service NSW.
Destination NSW has been advised that anyone from, or who has visited, an identified COVID hotspot (being greater Melbourne) and arrived in NSW prior to 8 July is required to self-isolate for 14 days from their departure. This does not apply to anyone from greater Victoria - excluding Melbourne - who arrived in NSW prior to the border closure. See the guide online.
Anyone who is feeling unwell or displaying symptoms should be tested for COVID-19 and stay home or stay in. NSW Health has developed social media assets, posters and other resources for tourism businesses to advise guests about what to do if they become unwell.
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian asked NSW residents in border communities not to travel to other parts of NSW unless absolutely necessary. Residents across NSW should also avoid going to those border communities at this time.
Tourism operators should have a COVID-safety plan and are not required to take any specific action at this time.
The Public Health Order (COVID-19 Border Control) applies to people travelling from Victoria, and individuals must follow directions where applicable. Tourism businesses are encouraged to follow the latest health advice available on NSW.gov.au and treat visitors with the friendly hospitality NSW is known for.
Destination NSW has paused advertising activity in Victoria at this time and continues to provide updates to industry in line with the latest health advice.
Today Queensland opened its border with NSW. This will allow visitors from Queensland to enter NSW and return without being required to self-isolate. Destination NSW has continued to target Queensland residents with TV and digital marketing activites.
The NSW Government is helping small businesses rally from the impacts of COVID-19. Hear about the range of support available from organisations including Service NSW, Business Connect, SafeWork NSW, NSW Health, Regional NSW and more at a free COVID-19 Business Recovery Roadshow in Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour and Tweed Heads in the coming fortnight.
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