The WA Government has announced that effective from 12.01am Saturday, 24 April until 12.01am Tuesday, 27 April 2021, the Perth and Peel regions will enter a three-day lockdown. People are required to stay at home unless they need to:

• Work because they can’t work from home or remotely;
• Shop for essentials like groceries, medicine and necessary supplies;
• Seek medical or health care including compassionate requirements and caring for the vulnerable; and
• Exercise within their neighbourhood, but only with four other people and only for one hour per day.

NDS would like to remind members about the COVID-19 preparedness guide developed by the COVID-19 disability taskforce with the Department of Communities.

Vaccinations will continue over the three-day lockdown period.

Masks

Masks must be worn from 6.00pm Friday, 23 April for the duration of the lockdown.

Masks are mandatory for people aged 12 and over except:

• While at home
• During vigorous outdoor exercise
• While in a vehicle with members of your own household
• Exemptions apply for people with disabilities.

Testing

The lockdown is the result of two new positive cases of COVID-19. The WA Government has released a list of locations attended by these two cases. People who were at these venues or anyone experiencing symptoms must get tested.

See: COVID clinics - Testing locations

NDS will keep members up to date as information comes to hand.

For more information

• Information and advice on the COVID-19 coronavirus for the community and businesses in Western Australia
• SafeWA
• NDS COVID-19 hub for information and resources including PPE
• The Department of Communities Disability Taskforce information and resources

If your organisation requires masks email Stephanie.Williams@communities.wa.gov.au