Australia’s state by state Covid restrictions and coronavirus lockdown rules explained

Restrictions have changed around the country in response to hotel quarantine outbreaks in Victoria, so what exactly is and isn't allowed? Do I have to wear a mask and where can and can't I go in Australia? Untangle Australia's Covid-19 laws and guidelines with our guide

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Australian states and territories have different levels of restrictions to contain Covid-19.

Here we answer some common questions about restrictions in each state, based on the information available as of 12 February.