A market that gained statewide attention last fortnight after the spread of photographs showing visitors flouting social distancing rules has announced it will re-open.
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The Daylesford Sunday Market will resume operation as a food only market on Sunday.
This comes after two weeks of closure in response to the 'inundation' of visitors to Daylesford, the spike in COVID-19 cases and social distancing concerns at the busy June 28 market.
Changes will be in place to ensure the safety of visitors to the market, organisers announced on the event's Facebook page on Wednesday.
The market will be limited to food only stalls and will open from 8am from 1pm, with 8am to 9am a dedicated shopping time for high risk people, including the elderly and people with a disability.
Organisers will trial a single entry and exit point at the front of the market with the top car park closed.
They have requested all visitors and stallholders where a face mask while on site, in addition to practicing good hygiene and social distancing.
The Facebook post said some non-food stalls may be included from July 26 onward.
It is likely large visitor numbers are no longer a concern for market organisers, residents and town leaders, due to the lockdown of Greater Melbourne.
Daylesford is usually a popular destination for Melbourne visitors due to its close proximity, natural beauty and attractions.
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Regional Victorians are still able to travel to Daylesford under the current restrictions.
An announcement has not yet been made on its August event.