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Police warn Greater Brisbane residents face hefty fines if attempting to flee lockdown ahead of Easter holiday period
Queensland police are warning residents of Greater Brisbane they risk a $1,334 fine if they try to travel out of the region to Easter holiday destinations before the COVID-19 lockdown period ends on Thursday afternoon.
Key points:
- Greater Brisbane residents are warned they will be intercepted by police if they attempt to leave the region during lockdown, which could be extended
- Police say no fines have been recorded for breaching lockdown directions so far
- Caravan parks on the Gold and Sunshine coasts are refusing entry to anyone from Greater Brisbane
Authorities have also reserved the right to extend the lockdown if case numbers continue to rise.
A three-day lockdown was ordered by Queensland’s Chief Health Officer Jeannette Young on…
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