The objective of this Order is to address the serious public health risk posed to the State of Victoria by the spread of COVID-19 by requiring everyone in the State of Victoria to carry and wear face coverings in certain settings.
The Movement and Gathering Order 2022 (No. 5) commenced at 11:59pm on 12 April 2022 and were revoked at 11:59pm on 22 April 2022.
Previous Movement and Gathering Orders
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The Movement and Gathering Order 2022 (No. 5) commenced at 11:59pm on 12 April 2022 and were revoked at 11:59pm on 22 April 2022.
Movement and Gathering Order 2022 (No. 5) (PDF)Movement and Gathering Order 2022 (No. 5) (Word)

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The Movement and Gathering Order 2022 (No. 4) commences at 11:59pm on 25 February 2022 and ends at 11:59pm on 12 April 2022. They replace the Movement and Gathering Order (No. 3).

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The Movement and Gathering Order 2022 (No. 3) commenced at 11:59pm on 12 January 2022 and was revoked at 11:59pm on 25 February 2022. They replace the Movement and Gathering Order (No. 2).

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The Movement and Gathering Order 2021 (No. 2) commenced at 11:59pm on 23 December 2021 and was revoked at 11:59pm on 12 January 2022. They replace the Movement and Gathering Order (No. 1).
Statement of Reasons - 23 December 2021 pandemic orders

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The Movement and Gathering Order (No. 1) commenced at 11:59pm on 15 December 2021 and was revoked at 11:59pm on 23 December 2022.

Reviewed 25 February 2026