Leading actions taken to stop the spread of COVID-19 in Australia 2020

Leading actions taken by individuals to stop the spread of COVID-19 in the community in Australia in 2020

CharacteristicShare of respondents
Kept distance from people 94.5%
Cancelled personal gatherings (e.g. with friends or family) 76.7%
Avoided public spaces (and public events) 75.2%
Self-isolated (stayed at home) 62%
Changed or cancelled travel plans 55.2%
Avoided public transport 53.2%
Purchased additional household supplies 34.5%
Wore a facemask 27.6%
Worked from home 26.5%
Kept children home from school or childcare 22%
Purchased additional medical supplies 17.8%
Sought advice from a medical professional 11.8%
Stopped working (e.g. cancelled shifts) 11.4%
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Release date

August 2020

Region

Australia

Survey time period

May to June 2020

Number of respondents

2,612 respondents

Age group

18 years and older

Method of interview

Online survey

Supplementary notes

Respondents were able to give multiple responses.

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