Thousands of Australians travelled overseas despite PM's strict travel advice

About 16,000 Australians defied government advice not to travel overseas after 18 March, sparking calls for those who return home to pay for their quarantine accommodation.

Sydney airport Source: AAP

Thousands of Australians ignored Prime Minister Scott Morrison's call to stop overseas travel during the coronavirus pandemic, new data reveals.

The Federal Government raised the advice for all overseas travel to the highest level - four - on 18 March, meaning everyone - regardless of destination, age or health - should not travel overseas.

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Australian Border Force officials at Perth airport.

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