Australia’s cabinet reduces Covid isolation from 7 to 5 days

By Samantha Allen

Published: August 31, 2022 | 7:27 AM GMT

Australia’s Covid isolation period is REDUCED from seven to five days, and airline masks are NO LONGER REQUIRED, the Prime Minister has said.

Australia will lower its mandated Covid isolation period from seven to five days, and masks will no longer be required on airlines, according to an announcement by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

On Wednesday, the national cabinet agreed to reduce isolation time for Covid patients with no symptoms.

There are exceptions to the general norm. Patients with symptoms have been instructed to remain at home, and personnel in “high risk” areas such as elderly, disability, and home care will be required to remain at home for a full week.

The modification will become effective on Friday, September 9.

Payments for pandemic leave will continue for the duration of the five-day period.

On the same date, domestic flights will no longer require masks.

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.