Keep your masks handy. Queensland's COVID restrictions extended again

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Queensland's Chief Health Officer says masks may have helped prevent further spread of COVID-19 in the community. She has extended the mask mandate for another week. Here's what you need to know.

You don't have to wear a mask if you are with members of your own household, if you're eating or drinking, if you are at your usual place of employment and can physically distance from colleagues, or if you are alone outdoors or with members of your own household.

There are some other exceptions to wearing face masks, including forBut if in doubt, wear a face mask.There are other restrictions in Queensland, including reduced capacity at sporting stadiums and private gatherings., or 100 per cent capacity with ticketed and allocated seating.

 

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