We have received yet another update from Australian Sailing on the COVID lockdown restrictions (at 4:47 this afternoon):

They have altered some interpretations:

From Friday Morning 11 June 2021:

Face coverings: 

• Must be carried at all times

• Must be worn indoors except if at home, or if an exception applies

• Must be worn outdoors where 1.5 metres physical distancing cannot be maintained

Update: Thursday Morning June 10: Masks must be worn outdoors and indoors.

For Metro Melbourne

Outdoor physical recreation & sport:

• Open

• Density quotient of 1 person per 4sqm

• A maximum venue capacity: 100 people

• No venue limit if 100m distance can be maintained between groups (e.g. golf)

• Maximum group size: 10

Community sport: Training only, no competition permitted and 25km limit applies. Limited to the number required to participate in and facilitate activity. 

• Boating (including Sailing) and Fishing is outdoor recreation permitted (within 25km of your house)  Multi handed boats can be used.( max 10 people) must wear a mask where practical

• No Organised Club Racing can occur

• Boat Maintenance and repair can occur.  They must maintain physical distancing of at least 1.5 meters from others.

• This includes Discover Sailing programs.

• They make up your venue cap

• Must only use outdoor facilities ( no indoor training allowed)

• Masks are required and social distancing where required

• Training should only be open to members of your club (no come and try programs)

Community facilities:

• Club Rooms – Are closed in Metropolitan Melbourne – Toilets and first aid rooms may be used. (no access to showers ). Encourage your participants to come prepared to participate in their sport

• It is now a requirement that all indoor and outdoor physical recreation and community sport venues and facilities use the free Victorian Government QR Code Service for electronic record keeping.

So in summary - Now:

Boating (including Sailing) and Fishing is permitted (within 25km of your house). No time limitations apply.

No Organised club Racing can occur.

Boat Maintenance and repair can occur.

Club Facilities are not available for use. Toilets and change rooms are OK. BBQ area, Sutton lounge and Hall are not available

Masks must be worn outdoors and indoors.

QR Codes are mandatory.

All of the above have social distancing requirements, including density limits and total number of participants limits.