Face mask rules have changed. You must carry a mask with you at all times. Unless you have an exemption, you must wear one in shopping centres, supermarkets, large stores, public transport, taxis and ride shares.
Masks are recommended when you’re indoors or in situations you can’t socially distance. Remember it needs to be fitted and cover your nose 👃 as well as your mouth
What does this mean I can do?
From 11:59pm on Sunday 6 December 2020, you must continue to carry a face mask with you at all times when you leave the home, unless you have a lawful reason not to. This is in case you require your face mask, for example, if you aren’t able to keep 1.5 metres distance from other people.
Face masks are mandatory on public transport and when in taxis or ride share vehicles.
Face masks must also be worn when inside shopping centres, including the retail stores inside the shopping centres, and large retail stores such as department stores, electronics stores, furniture stores, hardware stores or supermarkets.
It is strongly recommended that you wear a face mask in other situations when you are unable to stay more than 1.5 metres from other people, such as transport stops, busy walkways, and shops.
Some industries, such as care facilities and ports, require the wearing of face masks as part of their COVIDSafe plan.
In situations where you must wear a mask, you must wear a fitted face mask that covers the nose and mouth. This means that face shields, bandanas or scarves or loose snoods, or loose neck gaiters on their own will no longer be considered a sufficient face covering.
There are a number of lawful excuses for not wearing a face mask when you are on public transport, in taxis or ride share vehicles, or at retail venues, such as illness or disability.
A face mask with three layers is the option recommended by the Chief Health Officer, as it provides the best protection for you and others.
Download a poster of what face masks you can and can’t wear (PDF)
Download a poster of what face masks you can and can’t wear (Word).
