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Consular State of Play 2019–20

Consular services/ Consular state of play/ Consular State of Play 2019–20

Each year the Australian Government provides consular services and assistance to thousands of Australians overseas.

Partying safely

Before you go/ Safety/ Partying safely

Australians of all kinds enjoy partying and celebrating. Know what you can do to reduce your risk of things going wrong.

COVID-19 testing requirements for travel to Australia from China, including Hong Kong and Macau

News and updates/ COVID-19 testing requirements for travel to Australia from China, including Hong Kong and Macau

Anyone travelling to Australia from China, including Hong Kong and Macau, will be required to undertake COVID-19 testing within 48 hours before travelling to Australia.

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Reducing the risk of assault

Before you go/ Safety/ Reducing the risk of assault

Read our general advice on reducing your risk of being assaulted. See practical tips on staying safe and avoiding danger.

Wildfires in Maui and Hawaii

News and updates/ Wildfires in Maui and Hawaii

Authorities have declared a state of emergency due to widespread wildfires on Maui and Hawaii islands. Read our advice for travellers in the affected area and their families.

Advice for school leavers (schoolies)

Before you go/ Who you are/ Advice for school leavers (schoolies)

Aussie school leavers love to go overseas to celebrate the end of their studies. Our tips will help keep you safe.

New survey shows concerning travel insurance trends

News and updates/ New survey shows concerning travel insurance trends

A new survey has revealed a concerning trend of uninsured travel among Australians. Many people are putting themselves at risk by travelling overseas without protection.

A night turned sour

Consular services/ Consular state of play/ Case studies/ A night turned sour

An Australian traveller faced the harsh reality of a lost phone and no money in Thailand.