Is australia quarantining mail

Yes, Australia has implemented measures to quarantine mail and packages from certain countries to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other diseases.

In March 2020, the Australian Government introduced a range of measures to manage the risk of COVID-19 transmission through international mail and packages. These measures include:

1. Mandatory quarantine: All international mail and packages are required to be quarantined for a minimum of 48 hours before being released into the community.
2. Screening: Mail and packages are screened for COVID-19 symptoms and signs, such as fever, cough, and shortness of breath.
3. Testing: If a package is suspected to contain COVID-19, it will be tested for the virus.
4. Isolation: If a package tests positive for COVID-19, it will be isolated and destroyed.
5. Contact tracing: If a person is found to have been in contact with a package that tests positive for COVID-19, they will be contacted and asked to self-isolate for 14 days.

The quarantine measures apply to all international mail and packages, including:

• Letters and packages from countries with high COVID-19 transmission rates
• Packages containing goods from countries with high COVID-19 transmission rates
• Packages containing goods that may have been in contact with COVID-19, such as packages containing food or other items that may have been handled by someone who has COVID-19

The Australian Government has also implemented measures to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission through international mail and packages, including:

• Increasing the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) by postal workers and other personnel handling mail and packages
• Implementing enhanced cleaning and disinfection protocols for mail and package handling facilities
• Providing training to postal workers and other personnel on COVID-19 transmission and prevention

It's worth noting that the quarantine measures may vary depending on the country of origin and the type of mail or package. If you are concerned about the quarantine status of a package, you can contact the Australian Government's Department of Health or the Australian Border Force for more information.