Starting today, cafes and restaurants have lifted the mask order restrictions, and the number of people open at public and private gatherings has also increased. However, the Governor of Victoria stated that the public will continue to comply with the latest regulations until the new crown vaccination is completed on a large scale. Daniel Andrews and Chief Health Officer Brett Sutton said that the regulations announced on Sunday will be reviewed at the end of January, but this is the fastest and safest timetable for returning to normal conditions.
The governor revealed that this rule may last for a long time. Starting at midnight on Sunday, the maximum number of people for indoor gatherings in Victoria is 30, and the maximum for outdoor gatherings is 100 people. Indoor gathering restrictions are still the most restrictive state in Australia. NSW has opened up to 50 people to gather at this time, and it has never been mandatory to wear masks in various places.
In order to promote the development of the CBD economy, the Mayor of Melbourne Sally Capp, the state government announced that the private sector office will open 50% of the manpower back to the office from January 11, while the current limit is 25%. Victoria’s public service departments maintain their home office as much as possible. It is expected that 25% of the workforce will be restored on January 11 and 50% will be restored on February 8.
Deakin University epidemiology professor said that the relaxation measures announced on Sunday reflected the cautious attitude of the Victorian government. The Chief Executive of the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Paul Guerra said that there are now no restrictions that can prevent the operation and survival of businesses.
