Australian states take differing stance on live’s return

Large venues may host up to 300 people in Western Australia, whereas gatherings of no more than 20 are currently allowed in Victoria, Queensland and Tasmania

News By IQ | 3 June 2020

Live music may return in varying degrees across Australia this week, as the country’s six states advance with differing reopening plans.In Western Australia, home to the city of Perth, indoor and outdoor gatherings of up to 100 people will be permitted from Saturday (6 June), as the state embarks on phase three of its reopening plan, which makes specific mention to the reopening of concert venues.Large venues “with multiple, divided spaces” may host up to 300 people, provided no more than 100 gather in each space and there is two square metres per person.Although “excited” by the easing of restrictions, Mike Harris, CEO

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