Victoria eases restrictions as state hits 90% vaccination rate

With Victoria set to hit the 90 per cent double dose milestone for eligible people in the coming days, the Acting Chief Health Officer has determined that almost all remaining restrictions in Victoria will ease from tonight – reaching Phase D of the National Plan.

From this coming weekend, there will be no caps or density limits for cafes and restaurants for fully vaccinated Victorians. We understand limits will also be eased for hair and beauty, and will confirm with members when further directions are published.

Non-essential retail settings across Victoria will join the vaccinated economy and will only be open to Victorians who are fully vaccinated, under 12 years and two months, or have a valid exemption.

Mask requirements

Masks will still be required for workers serving the public at hospitality venues, for workers and customers at indoor retail and for people using public transport, taxi/rideshare and planes.

Unless Victorian health services see a significant jump in hospitalisations, customers for retail will no longer need to wear masks after December 15 – in line with NSW settings.

High-risk work settings such as corrections and meat, poultry and seafood processing will continue to require masks.

View the full government announcement here.