New South Wales (NSW) lifts
lockdown restrictions for
fully vaccinated residents after 107 days. Travel restrictions are lifted, businesses reopen in a limited capacity, and private and public gatherings are permitted with some restrictions. NSW residents who are not fully
vaccinated, with the exception of residents of some regional towns where infections are low, will be expected to continue to follow lockdown restrictions.
(The Guardian)
The
New Zealand Government announces a new vaccine mandate that would require disability and
healthcare workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by December 1 and teachers by January 1, 2022, as the
country suspends its "zero-COVID" strategy amid the spread of the
Delta variant.
(Forbes)
Wales begins to require people over the age of 18 to show their NHS COVID Pass or their proof of
vaccination status in order to enter nightclubs, indoor non-seated events for more than 500 people, outdoor non-seated events for more than 4,000 people and any event with more than 10,000 people.
(Evening Standard)
Germany ends free
COVID-19 testing for non-medical reasons in order to encourage people to get
vaccinated. Children younger than twelve and pregnant women are exempt from this rule.
(Anadolu Agency)
Malaysia lifts a ban on non-urgent interstate travel and resumes international travel where
Malaysians travelling internationally are exempt from MyTravelPass as the country reaches a target to fully
vaccinate 90% of its adult population.
(Bloomberg News)
Prime MinisterPrayut Chan-o-cha announces that
Thailand plans to end
quarantine requirements for fully vaccinated travellers from at least 10 low-risk countries beginning on November 1. Additionally, the
government will allow entertainment venues to reopen on December 1 and permit
alcohol sales at establishments.
(BBC News)