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Western Australia residents will have to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 for indoor entertainment venues, nightclubs, music festivals and live music venues from later this month.<\/p>\n
Proof of vaccination is already in place for higher-risk venues in Perth and Peel, but the scheme has now been extended state-wide.<\/p>\n
Visitors to indoor establishments such as theatres, concert halls, museums, cinemas and live music venues will have to show a COVID pass from January 31. Those attending attractions such as amusement parks and zoos will also have to show proof.<\/p>\n
Music festivals and large events with more than 500 people in attendance will require proof of vaccination before entry is permitted, unless exempt.<\/p>\n
As a result of the rule changes, the WA Government has launched the ServiceWA app, which will help residents to demonstrate vaccination requirements. People are also able to show proof via a paper-based form alongside identification if they do not have the app.<\/p>\n
Premier Mark McGowan said: \u201cThe interim proof of vaccination policy, brought in earlier this month to help us transition out of the backpacker outbreak safely, has been a success.<\/p>\n
\u201cBased on the latest health advice, we will be expanding the proof of vaccination requirement to venues throughout WA and adding further higher risk venues to the policy.\u201d<\/p>\n
Health Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson added: \u201cVaccination is our best protection from COVID-19 and we thank Western Australians for doing the right thing and rolling up their sleeves.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe omicron variant is a game changer and as we head towards our safe transition it is essential that we implement the necessary public health and social measures to protect ourselves.<\/p>\n
\u201cProof of vaccination is one of these important measures and I know businesses and communities across the State will embrace these new measures, just as those in the Perth and Peel regions have done these past few weeks.\u201d<\/p>\n