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COVID-19

We know this is an uncertain and challenging time, please be assured that the health and safety of our employees, office bearers, members and the wider Curtin community is our top priority.

The Guild is following the recommendations of the Federal and State Government health authorities and Curtin’s COVID-19 policy and procedures. 
 


WA Government

See the WA Government website for the latest updates.

Covid requirements from 12:01am, Friday 29 April Friday are:

  • No masks except on public transport/rideshare, airports and in hospitals
  • WA G2G pass scrapped
  • Vaccination mandates for entry to premises only apply to hospitals and aged care facilities. However, mandatory workplace vaccination requirements will remain in place (eg hospitality workers need to be vaccinated).
  • Close contacts of positive COVID cases will no longer have to quarantine for seven days if they are symptom-free (must wear a mask when outside the home, work from home where possible, avoid non-essential and high-risk settings and take a RAT test daily)
  • The 2 square metre rule removed for venues and businesses
  • Capacity limits removed for all entertainment venues, stadiums and events
  • Covid Safety and Event Plans no longer mandatory but encouraged

See further details here

 


Public Health Measures at Curtin

State Government  Level 2 public health measures apply in WA from Thursday, 3 March, 2022. 

These measures include a 2 square metre rule and 150 person capacity limit indoors for higher education facilities. 

As a result, there may be adjustments to your class scheduling. Some class venues may change and classes of greater than 150 students will be required to move online. 

You will be notified by Curtin if this will impact your current schedule. Please check your student email and OASIS.
 


Testing

Curtin has an onsite, drive-through PCR testing clinic that is available to staff, students and members of the community. It is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 12 noon. The PCR clinic is located at Carpark PJ2, Townsing Drive

The state government is now supplying and delivering 15 free RATs to every household that registers to receive them. You can find information and register here.
 


Curtin University Vaccination Mandate

Curtin University has implemented a COVID-19 vaccination mandate for its Western Australian campuses and activities.
The mandate is contained in the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy and COVID-19 Vaccination Procedures.

For more information and FAQs visit Curtin University's website.
Make sure to check OASIS regularly for communications from Curtin.

Who does this apply to?

The mandate applies to all university staff, Guild staff, other non-university staff, office bearers, students, contractors, tenants and visitors who wish to attend a campus or facility, or to participate in a University activity involving physical interaction with others.

What is the process to provide my vaccination status to Curtin University?

Students will be contacted requesting they declare their vaccination status via eStudent. This must be completed by all students by 11.59pm Sunday 20 February 2022.

When do I have to get vaccinated by?

To be on a Curtin campus in WA, or involved in Curtin activities involving physical interaction with others, you must have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine by 21 February and a second by 21 March 2022.

After 21 March 2022, you will also need to provide evidence to the Guild that you have received a third or booster within one month of becoming eligible.

Under what circumstances will the University grant an exemption?

University exemptions will be granted in limited circumstances.

These include where a person:

  • has an exemption approved by the State Government;
  • has a medical exemption;
  • who is ineligible to be vaccinated in Western Australia at the time they attend campus;
  • who attends campus with the sole purpose of seeking health care from an accredited health care provider; 
  • is required to attend on campus to respond to an emergency;
  • is required to perform urgent and essential work on campus to protect the health and safety of people or to protect assets and infrastructure; 
  • is required to attend campus to perform law enforcement function, or to perform a statutory duty or function;
  • is attending on campus for the sole purpose of community sport played outdoors, or is participating in a University activity held off campus that is community sport; or
  • is a parent, carer or family member who is attending the Curtin University Early Childhood Centre to drop off or pick up a child enrolled at the Centre.

A person can apply to the Provost or Chief Operating Officer for an exemption for themselves or for an activity in exceptional circumstances.

The Chief Operating Officer or Provost (or their delegate) may grant a University exemption if they are satisfied there would be no adverse effect on other members of the University community, the student experience or other aspects of the University’s operations, and no increased risk to health and safety.


Getting Vaccinated - Domestic Students

Vaccine bookings are now available through the Curtin Medical Centre (Level 1, Building 109).
You can also book through VaccinateWA for Commonwealth Vaccination Clinics.

You will need to show your Medicare card and photo ID.

Book now at Curtin Medical Centre

Getting Vaccinated - International Students

You don’t need to have Medicare to receive a free COVID-19 vaccination.

International students can receive free vaccination at Commonwealth Vaccination Clinics and state and territory vaccination clinics.

Please note: Curtin Medical Centre is not on the approved list for international students.
You will be able to view all available clinics to make a booking after you have checked your eligibility.

You must bring along a form of ID such as passport or driver’s licence. Curtin ID will not be accepted.

Check Your Eligibility


Proof of Vaccination

Proof of vaccination must be shown on entry to the following Guild outlets:

As a condition of entry to this venue, anyone aged 16 years and over must show proof of their COVID-19 vaccination status or a medical exemption, along with identification where required.

 

Getting Proof of Vaccination

These are the easiest ways to show proof of your vaccinations:

COVID-19 digital certificate, with an acceptable form of ID, shows proof of only your COVID-19 vaccinations.

Immunisation history statement, with an acceptable form of ID,  shows your COVID-19 vaccinations and all other vaccinations you have had.

For all information regarding proof of vaccinations visit the WA Governments website.
 


Coronavirus National Helpline 

Call the Coronavirus National Helpline if you are seeking more information on coronavirus, vaccines and public advice.

The line operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

1800 020 080
Visit the website

 


International students returning to Perth

Please find the WA Government information here  and FAQs here.

If you have any questions about your own circumstance, please contact Curtin Connect.

For detailed information and guides please check the FAQs on the Curtin Connect website.

Curtin University  COVID-19 information can be found here.

The WA Government is supporting international students who returned to WA after 20 January 2022 with a grant for accommodation or other expenses for their arrival in WA. Don’t forget to register your interest on the WA Government website to receive more information when it becomes available.

StudyPerth has put together some great information for international students here.