Please find below responses to some of the most commonly asked questions about getting to Perth for the 2021 SeaLink AFL Masters National Carnival:
What are the dates of the event, and where is the event?
– Dates for the 2021 Perth AFL Masters National Carnival are Sunday 26th September – Saturday 2nd October 2021. The carnival will be based at Langley Park, near the Perth CBD.
What is the flight frequency from the major cities to and from Perth? Does the Perth Organising Committee have any deals or refund policies with any airlines?
– The frequency of flights from major cities remains daily. Most airlines are currently offering full flight refunds via vouchers (to the end of 2023) and could be used for the next carnival. However, airline policies differ – therefore please check their terms and conditions on refunds or credits. The Perth Organising Committee have no specific arrangements with any of the airline providers for carnival participants.
What is the latest on the accommodation deals? Does the Perth Organising Committee have a refund policy in place with any accommodation providers?
– The current special accommodation deals previously provided to the States by the Perth Organising Committee are still in place, and some have offered further discounts. The POC accommodation providers all have COVID-19 policies which include full refunds.
Will I get a refund for my registration if I can’t make it to Perth?
– The National Carnival Registration Fee (including Presentation Night) is refundable. Each state will offer refunds, with the exception of ordered uniforms where production has started in some cases. Each state will advise of its refund policy, so please seek their guidance if a refund is required.
What do I need to do to travel to WA, or how do I know if I can? Is there a ‘trafficlight’ and permit system, where incoming travellers need to apply for a different kind of permit, based on the ‘trafficlight’ status of their region?
– Everyone who travels to WA will need to fill in a G2G Pass. The G2G Pass is available on the WA State Government website, or can be downloaded as an app. It’s very simple and easy to use. The app enables virtual check-ins during your quarantine once you have entered WA. The G2G Pass should be completed 72 hours or less prior to the flight of the individual or family (in the case of children). The specific requirements for what people need to do to get into WA varies, depending on the status of the state they are travelling from (i.e., very low risk, low risk, and medium risk). More details are provided below, or click here to see the latest information on the WA border restriction status for each state.
What if I am required to quarantine in WA when I get there? Will I have to pay for my own accommodation if I need to quarantine?
– If a state is in lockdown or there will be no entry into WA. Participants will pay for their own accommodation if they are required to quarantine.
Will AFL Masters players be eligible for any kind of exemption to get into WA if they are from a Low Risk or Medium Risk state?
– Players will NOT get an exemption if they are from a LOW or MEDIUM risk state.
What is the lockdown response of the WA government? How quickly do they go into lockdown, and what is the average lockdown duration? Are lockdowns usually state-wide or localised to a few common LGAs?
– The WA State Government usually takes between 6 to 8 hours prior to any lockdown commencing to provide the WA Police the opportunity to set up border control etc. The most recent lockdown resulted in Perth and the Peel Region ONLY being placed in lockdown for 3-4 days. This lockdown period has been the government approach since after the election and has resulted in opening soon after, so we don’t see them changing from this approach until the vaccination rate is at a point where they feel comfortable.
What is the border closure response of the WA government? How quickly do they shut the borders, and what is the average length of a border closure? Does the WA government close the border differently between different states? I.e., does it shut down the border with NSW quicker than let’s say SA if there is an outbreak in those states?
– The WA State Government once the border is closed to another State rely on 14 days of ZERO cases prior to opening the WA border. This has been a consistent approach by the government in since early 2021.The border arrangements differ for each State based on their current COVID issues/numbers. The status of each state changes depending on the number of active cases in that state.
What are the feasible alternate locations I could base myself in WA outside of Perth before the carnival? I.e., should I go to Margaret River for two weeks before going to Perth because it doesn’t go into lockdown very often? Would Fremantle be a viable alternative?
– If you decide to stay outside the Perth/Peel regions and it goes into lockdown you WON’T get into either region. Fremantle is considered part of the Perth Region.
What if a number of states are unable to attend? Will the National Carnival be cancelled?
– There are more than 400 players from WA and more than 850 players in total registered for the carnival, so the 2021 AFL Masters National Carnival will be going ahead, and has the potential to be the biggest AFL Masters National Carnival ever in terms of the number of players and teams involved. If any states are missing players (due to COVID) or there are insufficient numbers in a particular interstate team or age group, then WA players will top up team numbers. We will make sure everyone gets a game and enjoys the carnival.
More information:
Below is an outline of what people entering WA are required to do when they get to WA, based on the risk status of where they have travelled from. The WA border restriction status for each state can be found at this website: https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/covid-communications/covid-19-coronavirus-controlled-border
Very low risk jurisdictions
– Before travelling to WA, complete a mandatory G2G PASS registration and declaration.
– If travelling by air, you must wear a mask on your flight while in WA airspace, and while inside the airport (with some exceptions – e.g. children under the age of 12 are not required to wear a mask).
– Complete a health screening on arrival.
– Scan your G2G PASS to exit the airport.
– No quarantine required.
Low risk jurisdictions
– Before travelling to WA, complete a mandatory G2G PASS registration and declaration.
– Complete a health screening on arrival.
– Scan your G2G PASS and then verify you have suitable premises for self-quarantine.
– If you have suitable premises, enter self-quarantine for 14 days. If not, you will be directed to enter a Government-approved quarantine facility at your own expense for 14 days.
– You must wear a mask from when you enter WA until you arrive at suitable self-quarantine premises or government approved quarantine facilities. In addition, if travelling by air, you must also wear a mask on the flight while in WA airspace, and while inside the airport (with some exceptions – e.g. children under the age of 12 are not required to wear a mask).
– You must present for a COVID-19 test on Day 11 if still in WA.
– The G2G Now app enables virtual check-ins during your quarantine once you have entered WA. Travellers from low risk jurisdictions are encouraged to download and use the app.
Medium risk jurisdictions
– You are not permitted to enter without an exemption through G2G PASS.
– If permitted entry, you must self-quarantine at a suitable premises for 14 days. If a suitable premises is not available, you will be directed to a Government approved quarantine facility at your own expense.
– Approved travellers are subject to a COVID-19 test within 48 hours of arrival and on day 11 of quarantine, or at any point when symptoms develop. A mask must be worn while travelling to and from the COVID Clinic.
– You must wear a mask from when you enter WA until you arrive at suitable self-quarantine premises or government approved quarantine facilities. In addition if travelling by air, you must also wear a mask on the flight while in WA airspace, and while inside the airport (with some exceptions – e.g. children under the age of 12 are not required to wear a mask).
– The G2G Now app enables virtual check-ins during your quarantine once you have entered WA. Travellers from medium risk jurisdictions are encouraged to download and use the app.
Other COVID-related issues:
– Participants should be aware that if they travel through a state that is classified as MEDIUM risk on their way to Perth, they will NOT be allowed to enter the state. For example, someone travelling from the ACT who flies through Sydney on the way to Perth will not be allowed into Perth if Sydney is classified as Medium Risk. Participants should avoid Medium Risk zones on their way to Perth.
Other Websites and Useful Resources:
– Latest up to date information on WA Covid Status. Updated daily.
– https://ww2.health.wa.gov.au/News
– Latest information on WA border restriction status for each state:
– https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/covid-communications/covid-19-coronavirus-controlled-border
– Government advice on quarantine when entering WA:
– https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/exporting-animals/quarantine-frequently-asked-questions