Victorians wake to minor easing of COVID-19 restrictions

Some of Victoria’s coronavirus restrictions have now eased, as the state reaches it’s 80 per cent single dose vaccination target.

Under the new measures, outdoor recreation, including boating, golf and tennis are allowed in Melbourne.

The 10 kilometre travel limit in Melbourne has expanded to 15 kilometres.

In regional Victoria — except the City of Latrobe and Mitchell Shire — 30 people can dine outdoors at hospitality venues and masks can be removed during hair and beauty appointments.

Golf, boating and tennis are now allowed in Melbourne.

Victorians will have to wait a while to reach the next stage of the state’s reopening roadmap.

The next phase of restriction easing is triggered at 70 per cent fully vaccinated, which isn’t due to be happen until late next month.

When that threshold is met, the lockdown will officially end in Melbourne, with hairdressing and outdoor dining allowed, but only for those double-dosed.

Daniel Andrews details latest ‘modest’ changes to COVID-19 restrictions