South Australia has posted a big spike in COVID-19 cases as it sets a date for further reducing local restrictions.
Premier Steven Marshall reported 64 cases on Friday, SA's biggest single-day tally since the end of March last year.
He's also warned the number of infections is likely to continue to rise after the state opened its borders last month.
"We will see the rate of new infections go up just as they are right around the country," the premier said.
But he said there had been no increase in the rate of hospitalisations with one person in a stable condition at the moment.
SA has also announced that some local virus restrictions will be eased from December 28 when the state is expected to hit its target of having 90 per cent of those aged 12 and over fully vaccinated.
From then, stand-up drinking and dancing will be allowed in pubs, provided the venue is open only to fully vaccinated patrons.
The 75 per cent density rule will remain but if patrons are all seated, such as in theatres, cinemas and restaurants, that can increase to 100 per cent.
All caps on private functions have been dropped and caps on events with COVID-19 management plans have been increased from 1000 to 3000 people.
Nightclubs will also be able to operate at 50 per cent capacity while mask mandates for all indoor public venues will remain.
