Australian Border Force Commissioner: Gradual border reopening requires 'significant' preparation

Australian Border Force Commissioner Michael Outram APM stated (25-May-2021) "The gradual removal of restrictions on Australians travelling internationally and on foreign nationals coming to Australia requires a significant amount of preparation", noting it will be complex and has "many moving parts". Mr Outram said reopening of borders requires constant engagement with "airlines, airports, international partners and other Commonwealth departments and agencies", noting the ABF is "is on the front foot" with border reopening preparations. [more - original PR]