Thread by @CrabbBrendan

Much talk to the effect 'we have the policies it's now up to the community to do the right thing'. Putting aside the notion that stronger restrictions send a strong psychological signal (eg, masks on when you leave the house) - the science of influencing behavior is neglected.

But there is a bit going on, such as the Optimise program @BurnetInstitute
burnet.edu.au/projects/459_t…

Here's just one example, improving testing uptake through behavioral science. It's not about blaming and shaming, but working with the people you're trying to influence, ie, not telling, but asking different communities what would work for them!
burnet.edu.au/system/asset/f…

Authorities all over Oz would do well to focus more on this sort of thing than on policing, fines, etc. A shout out to @JulieLeask @DanchinMargie and a host of others who are champions in this field along with @BurnetInstitute @MargaretHellard & @TheDohertyInst @KatherineGibney