The community should avoid all non-essential cross-border travel to Queensland from tonight.
State Disaster Coordinator Deputy Commissioner Steve Gollschewski said the restrictions would apply to all travel to Queensland by air, sea, rail or road.
“Interim arrangements will be in place to enforce border restrictions from 12.01am tomorrow,” Deputy Commissioner Gollschewski said.
“Anyone trying to enter Queensland particularly by road on the Gold Coast can expect significant delays from tonight.
“We will aim to prioritise essential food, supplies and services. The community can help us by not trying to cross the border unless their travel is absolutely essential.
“We understand that people will be inconvenienced but these restrictions are being implemented to slow the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
“We are in the process of developing an online application and exemption system including a help line, but it will not be ready for tonight. We will have work arounds in place tonight but that could contribute
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