What are the new coronavirus restrictions for Victoria

The Andrews government will scrap the five-kilometre restriction on movement and reopen school for all year levels as the state prepares to slowly ease out of its fifth lockdown.

In this article you will find a run through of the new rules for the state, to apply from 11.59pm on Tuesday, July 27.

The state will return settings similar to those in place when Victoria exited its last lockdown.

It will be updated as new information becomes available so please check back for the latest information.

Mask rules remain unchanged.Credit:Getty

Leaving home and 5km bubble

The limit on travel beyond five kilometres will be scrapped. Home visits, however, are still banned.

Education and learning

Schools are set to reopen for all year levels from Wednesday.

Masks

Masks are still required inside and outdoors.

Cafes and dining

Hospitality businesses will reopen, subject to strict density limits. Pubs, restaurants, cafes and bars can have a maximum of 100 patrons inside and 300 outside, but they must follow a one person per 4 square metre limit.

Sport and Entertainment

Crowds will not be allowed at AFL games and other large events, including theatre performances, for at least two weeks.

Social gatherings

Home visits are still banned. Public gatherings can have a maximum of 10 people.

Gyms

Gyms will reopen.

Daniella Miletic is deputy digital editor at The Age. She has been the paper's social affairs editor, food and wine writer, consumer affairs and a law and justice reporter. Email or tweet Daniella with your news tips.

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