❓ Hon Martin Aldridge questions the WA government regarding the funding of PCR testing post-border reopening. The government confirms continued free testing for residents, funded testing for outbreak-related testing regardless of residency, and that visitors will not be required to pay for their own PCR tests.
AnsweredQoN 474Legislative Council
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(1) I refer to the State Government's mixed messaging around who will cover the cost of PCR testing in Western Australia after borders reopen on 5 February 2022 and I ask, will the State Government continue to pay for PCR testing for all Western Australian residents after 5 February 2022? (2) Is it the intention of the State Government for all interstate and international visitors to Western Australia to pay for their own PCR testing after 5 February 2022? (3) If a COVID-19 outbreak occurs in Western Australia and people are directed to be tested, can you confirm the State Government will underwrite this cost for all who require testing, regardless of whether they are a Western Australian resident or not?
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Answered
16 February 2022
Responded by
Minister representing the Minister for Health
Response time
2 days
1. Yes.
2. No.
3. Yes.
2. No.
3. Yes.
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