Source: New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade – Safe Travel
- Reviewed: 9 July 2021, 16:00 NZST
- Still current at: 9 July 2021
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We currently advise that New Zealanders do not travel to New South Wales (NSW). The New Zealand Government has announced that return green flights from NSW will not begin at 11:59pm (NZT) on 9 July. 14 days in managed isolation (MIQ) will be a temporary requirement for managed return travellers from NSW.
Excercise increased caution elsewhere in Australia. Detailed information about Quarantine-free travel can be found on the Unite Against COVID-19 website.
Different Australian states can have different requirements and rules for travellers related to COVID-19. Travellers should check the conditions and any requirements in each state they intend to travel to before travelling.
Before they travel, travellers should register their details with SafeTravel so that they can receive up to date travel advice. It is also important that travellers get travel insurance and check their policy carefully. Read more information about travel insurance here.
Further detailed information about quarantine-free travel can be found on the Unite Against COVID-19 website.
We continue to provide travel advice about other safety and security risks in Australia below.
We currently advise that New Zealanders do not travel to New South Wales (NSW). The New Zealand Government has announced that return green flights from NSW will not begin at 11:59pm (NZT) on 9 July. 14 days in managed isolation (MIQ) will be a temporary requirement for managed return travellers from NSW.
Exercise increased caution elsewhere in Australia. Detailed information about Qurantine-free travel can be found on the Unite Against COVID-19 website.
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Bushfires
We have information about bushfires in Australia here.
Crime
Petty crime such as bag snatching, passport theft and pickpocketing can occur in Australia, particularly in tourist areas. We advise New Zealanders to be alert to their surroundings and take steps to safeguard and secure their personal belongings.
Terrorism
New Zealanders travelling and living in Australia are advised to take account of the terrorism threat level assigned by Australian authorities when making travel decisions. The current national threat system assesses the likelihood of an act of terrorism occurring in Australia as ‘Probable’ (level three on a five level scale).
Australia remains a target of terrorist interest, both from international terror groups and from domestic-based extremists. Credible intelligence, assessed by Australian security agencies indicates that individuals or groups have both the intent and capability to conduct terrorist attacks in Australia. Attacks could be indiscriminate including places visited by tourists.
New Zealanders in Australia are advised to monitor the media for information about threats to safety and security and follow any instructions issued by local authorities. Remain vigilant about your personal security and take sensible precautions.
General travel advice
Demonstrations occasionally occur in Australia. New Zealanders in Australia are advised to exercise vigilance around large demonstrations and protests as even those intended as peaceful have the potential to turn violent with little warning.
New Zealanders making short-term visits to Australia are advised to take out a comprehensive travel insurance policy. Make sure this covers you for all activities you plan to do while in Australia.
Although we have a reciprocal health care agreement with Australia which entitles New Zealand residents to emergency hospital treatment, the agreement does not cover out-of-hospital medical treatment including services like ambulance cover, medical evacuations and elective treatment including doctors’ visits.
New Zealanders planning to live in Australia long-term should see our Going to Australia section, and the New Zealand High Commission to Australia’s Living in Australia section.
New Zealanders travelling or living in Australia are encouraged to register their details with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
Travel tips
The New Zealand High Commission Canberra, Australia
Street Address 140 Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla, ACT 2600 (visitor entrance on Forster Crescent) Telephone +61 2 6270 4211 Fax +61 2 6273 3194 Email nzhccba@bigpond.net.au Web Site http://www.mfat.govt.nz/australia Hours Mon – Fri 0845 – 1700 hours
New Zealand Consulate-General Melbourne, Australia
Street Address Level 4, 45 William Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia Postal Address PO Box 559, Collins St West VIC 8007 Telephone +61 3 9678 0201 Email melbourne.consulate@nzte.govt.nz Web Site https://www.nzte.govt.nz/en/contact-us/australia-pacific/melbourne/#enquiry Hours Mon-Fri 0900-12.30, 1330-1600 hrs
New Zealand Consulate-General Sydney, Australia
Street Address Level 22, 20 Bond Street, Sydney, 2000, New South Wales Postal Address GPO Box 365, Sydney, NSW 2001 Telephone +61 2 9270 5900 Fax +61 2 9270 5999 Email nzcgsydney@bigpond.com Hours Mon-Fri 0900-1230 hrs and 1330-1600 hrs
New Zealand Honorary Consulate Western Australia, Australia
Street Address 1 Sleat Road Applecross WA 6153 Telephone (08) 9364 1700 Fax (08) 9329 3603 Email info@nzconsulateperth.com Hours Mon – Fri 08.00 – 1700 pm
See our regional advice for Australia
