Border restrictions between the Australian states of New South Wales and Victoria were eased on Thursday to allow residents to move freely within the region due to a drop in the number of fresh Covid-19 cases. The new measures followed an easing of restrictions in Victoria announced by Premier Daniel Andrews on Tuesday. Under the eased restrictions, Victoria residents can leave their homes for any reason, and can have a "household bubble" of five visitors. Pubs and restaurants can also serve outdoors. Previously, residents of regional Victoria in the border area could only enter NSW for a permitted purpose.