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Two New Bali-Linked Measles Cases Prompt Perth Exposure Alerts as WA Total Hits 35

Health officials urge pre-travel MMR vaccination for South‑East Asia trips.

Overview

  • WA Health confirmed two additional measles cases linked to travel to Bali, with both visiting multiple Perth locations while infectious.
  • Exposure sites include Qantas flight QF2925 from Christmas Creek Mine to Perth on August 26, Perth Airport Terminal 3, and several northern suburbs retailers between August 26 and September 6.
  • The state’s 2025 caseload has risen to 35, compared with six cases recorded in all of 2024.
  • Fifteen cases have been identified since July, including 10 locally acquired infections, indicating ongoing community transmission following imported cases.
  • Authorities advise ensuring MMR vaccination is up to date, highlight a state-funded dose for infants aged 6–11 months traveling to high‑risk countries, and ask symptomatic returnees to call GPs in advance and wear masks.