The current government rules as updated today (4th June 2021) by Australian Sailing include:

Boating (including Sailing) and Fishing is outdoor recreation permitted. However, within 10km, within 2 hrs, with a mask, with immediate family or one friend, and without requiring a closed venue to be opened. (This being the case, it is assumed that currently open, and covid-safe public and private facilities, can be utilised to access the water).

Boat maintenance and repair – Boat Maintenance and repair can continue if it is performed by an authorised outdoor worker. They must maintain physical distancing of at least 1.5 meters from others. Self-maintenance (by a non-authorised worker) and repairs should be postponed unless for emergency reasons.

Can I check if my boat is secure - Yes, this should be incorporated into your 2hr exercise window. Where you live outside of your 10km radius, you should ask a family member/friend to check on your boat during this time and only attend if it is for emergency reasons that cannot be postponed.

Three very important points:

1. It’s two hours per day recreation outside your home - not two hours on the boat!

2. It’s within ten kilometres of your home - not ten kilometres of the club or the beach.

3. Club facilities may not be used. This includes the BBQ area, the lobby, and the sailing briefing room. If you must use the toilets, use the disinfectant and wipe contact surfaces.

Last time around, we were not permitted to use our boats. This time we are. Let’s not abuse the privilege.

Don’t push the limits!