Travel and explore, but be COVID-safe

MEDIA RELEASE 28 September 2020

It’s school holidays and locals and visitors alike are making the most of the break to explore the region.

Mayor of Bathurst Cr Bobby Bourke said it is important that residents and visitors when they are out over the holidays enjoying the region, to remember COVID restrictions remain in place, and to be COVID-safe.

“Warmer weather and sunshine means more people are taking advantage of our beautiful parks and playgrounds and exploring our villages. We are also anticipating an increased number of visitors to the region who will also be making the most of the school holidays to visit our many museums and facilities like the Art Gallery and Library.

“For everyone it is important to remember the rules on gatherings and social distancing and to practice good hand hygiene.

“Our museums are incredibly popular and we have COVID-safe measures in place at each of them. You will see COVID-safe marshals and we have limits on numbers at each of the venues. We also ask that you sign-in to each of our facilities and follow the directions of staff on site if we are at capacity when you visit.

“Following COVID-safe practices will ensure we can all enjoy the school holidays and help provide a much needed boost to the local economy,” Cr Bourke said.

It is important to follow the established COVID-safe practices, no matter where you are:

• Wash your hands frequently and thoroughly

• Maintain 1.5m physical distance

• Wear a face mask when physical distancing cannot be maintained

• Stay at home if you are feeling unwell