CLARITY ON RESTRICTIONS – Australian Sailing
I have been asked to get clarification on visiting our boats during the Stage 4 restrictions.
In fact, I sought clarification from both Australian Saiing and B.I.A. on Monday.
I have now received this from Gavin Wall – Australian Sailing: CLICK THIS LINK –
– https://cdn.revolutionise.
In summary, the relevant parts are these:
“Marinas and Yards (state government answers to specific questions in this area)
Marina staff and boat owners that must access boats for emergency and essential matters can do so. Allowed but with COVID Safe Plans. Stage 4 Restrictions Transport, Other Services
- All forms of sailing and boating are NOT allowed
It is up to each of us to be COVID safe and comply with Stage 4 Restrictions such as wearing a mask or face covering, and washing of hands etc and I have written to the OC Managers (Cambridge Management Services) to ensure that they also have a COVID Safe plan in place, and operative for Martha Cove Marina and Hidden Harbour access gates.
I suggest that if you must travel to check your boat, that it would be prudent to:
- Take a copy of the letter from A.S. above; and
- Take with you proof of ownership of your boat and/or berth.
What is not clear, though it is implied from the above answers to specific matters that the relevant State Department has provided, is that a person is allowed to travel more than 5km for the stated purpose.
I will keep members informed as any further clarity is provided.
John Hall
Commodore