COVID lockdown rules in place for the next five days in Perth, Peel and the South West of WA

Western Australia’s Perth, Peel and South West regions will enter a five-day lockdown beginning at 6pm Sunday night.

It’s going to result in a major change for the way people in these areas live their lives.

So what are the COVID lockdown rules for Perth and the regions, and how will they affect you? We break down the Government’s rules for you below.

When can I leave home?

You can only leave home for essential reasons.

They include:

• Shopping for essentials and medicine
• Accessing medical or health care services
• Exercise, but only within your neighbourhood for one hour per day
• Work, if you cannot do so from home

You also can’t have visitors, unless they are there to care for you if you are vulnerable.

There are some exemptions for people who need…