Western Australian health authorities have issued an urgent public health warning following confirmation of a new measles case in the state. The infected individual, a recent overseas traveller, visited several popular locations in Perth's northern and western suburbs, prompting concerns of potential community transmission.
Exposure Sites and Times Listed
The confirmed case spent time at multiple high-traffic venues over several days. The total number of measles cases in WA for the year has now reached 58, with this latest infection linked to international travel. Health officials are urging anyone who was at the following locations at the specified times to be vigilant.
The list of exposure sites is extensive, with multiple visits to Claremont Quarter and a Petbarn store in Hillarys. A significant concern is the case's attendance at the well-attended Voiceworks Carols in the Park event at Lake Jualbup in Shenton Park on the evening of Wednesday, 10 December 2025.
Full List of Public Exposure Locations
Wednesday 17 December 2025:
- Whitfords Shopping Centre, Hillarys: 5:50pm to 7:10pm
- Petbarn, Whitfords: 5:30pm to 6:00pm
- Claremont Quarter: 3:20pm to 4:50pm and earlier from 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Tuesday 16 December 2025:
- Petbarn, Whitfords: 8:30am to 4:30pm
Friday 12 December 2025:
- Subway, Claremont: 12:10pm to 12:55pm
- Karrinyup Shopping Centre: 9:30am to 11:10am
Thursday 11 December 2025:
- Petbarn, Whitfords: 8:30am to 5:20pm
- Pan Pacific Perth, lobby and lifts: 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Wednesday 10 December 2025:
- Claremont Quarter: 3:15pm to 6:00pm
- Voiceworks Carols in the Park, Shenton Park: 6:00pm to 7:30pm
What You Need to Do and Symptoms to Watch For
WA Health advises that individuals who were at any of the listed exposure sites must monitor themselves for symptoms for a period of seven to 18 days after their potential exposure. Measles is a highly contagious viral illness that spreads easily through the air.
The initial symptoms are similar to a severe cold and include:
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Runny nose
- Red, watery eyes (conjunctivitis)
- A persistent cough
These are typically followed several days later by the distinctive prominent red rash, which often starts on the face and spreads downward.
Anyone developing symptoms is advised to contact their doctor by phone immediately for advice. It is crucial to call ahead to prevent potentially spreading the virus in waiting rooms. For the most current and detailed health information, the public should refer to the official HealthyWA website.
