If you've been dreaming of a summer holiday way out west, we have good news. Western Australia will open its borders to both Victoria and NSW on Tuesday, December 8, meaning travellers from these states will no longer need to quarantine on arrival. The opening ends eight months of WA's border restrictions, beginning with the first lockdown in April
When interstate travellers arrive in WA's airports they will be required to have a health screening and might be required to take a test, depending on health authorities' advice. WA's decision to permit residents of NSW and Victoria to return to the state largely marks the return of free interstate around Australia – only South Australians are unable to enter WA. Keep in mind you also can't travel through SA to reach WA, so unless you're wanting to go on a really, really long road trip, we suggest booking a flight.