Queensland has decided to scrap PCR testing for travellers prior to entering the state, switching to the more convenient rapid antigen tests (RAT). In a social media post on Wednesday morning, state Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said, “From Jan. 1, travellers into Queensland from interstate hotspots can use a negative rapid antigen test to satisfy border pass requirements. A PCR test will no longer be required.” Queensland, and several other jurisdictions, previously required domestic travellers take a PCR test for COVID-19 and receive a negative result within 72 hours of crossing the border. The latest decision comes after the Queensland government on Tuesday did away with a requirement for travellers to receive a PCR test on the fifth day of their visit. State Health Minister Yvette D’Ath said the decision was based on data in the past 24 hours, which prompted the chief health officer to advise for the tests to …