Gatherings of up to 10 to be allowed in WA

Western Australia will relax some of its stage-three social distancing restrictions after a week of "very encouraging" low cases numbers, WA Premier Mark McGowan said.

WA recorded no new cases of the coronavirus overnight, and just one case yesterday.

From tomorrow, the limit on the number of people allowed to gather indoor and outdoors will be increased from two to 10.

Western Australians will also be able to leave home for recreational activities including picnics in the park, fishing, boating, hiking or camping.

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A maximum of 10 people will be allowed at weddings, an increase from the current five-person limit.

The 10-person limit will remain in place for gymnasiums.

The WA government was also keen to trigger some economic activity in its real estate sector and from tomorrow would be allowing open home inspections, Mr McGowan said.

Under current restrictions, home openings are only available by appointment in WA.

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The changes were low risk but were likely to deliver high social benefits, Mr McGowan said.

"The limitations on family and friends in the past month have been very difficult for many of us. It has been extremely difficult for older people in Western Australia," he said.

All other restrictions will remain in place, including limiting restaurants, cafes and food courts to takeaway only.

Public playgrounds, skate parks and outdoor gym equipment would also remain closed, the premier said.

"The economic impact of these restrictions has been devastating. Our economic situation remains dire. The State Government together with the Federal Government, continues to do what we can to help us get to the other side of this pandemic," Mr McGowan said.

"When this all started, we said COVID-19 was going to be like a war, a war we have never seen before, and Western Australia and Western Australians have risen to the challenge and we must stay focused."

Earlier today, Queensland also announced it would be relaxing some restrictions, however the two-person gathering limit will remain in place there.

As of midnight Friday, Queenslanders will be allowed to go for a picnic with members of their household, relax on the beach, and shop for non-essential items.