When the clock strikes 11.59PM tonight the raft of rules set by the state government last week will be eased for regional Victorian golf clubs.
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The key changes will see groups of four back on the course and golfers can look forward to the return of club competitions.
Other limits and rules still remain in place in relation to indoor gathering and social distancing which can be viewed in full below.
Operations advice outlined by Golf Australia:
- There are no limits on the number of players that can play;
- NB: There is no venue limit if a 100m distance can be maintained between groups. Golf was specifically highlighted in the government's release on this topic.
- NB: There is no venue limit if a 100m distance can be maintained between groups. Golf was specifically highlighted in the government's release on this topic.
- The outdoor gathering limit is 20 people;
- Club competitions can be conducted;
- Masks must be worn indoor unless eating or drinking, or outdoors where 1.5 metres social distancing cannot be observed;
- Food and beverage service can occur for a maximum of 150 people per venue, for seated service only. This 150-person cap must be observed as follows;
- A maximum cap of 75 people indoors
- A maximum cap of 75 people outdoors
- Group sizes limited to a maximum of 10
- Maximum caps are allowed provided the density quotient of 1 person per 4 square metres can be observed.
- A maximum cap of 75 people indoors
- A maximum cap of 75 people outdoors
- Group sizes limited to a maximum of 10
- Maximum caps are allowed provided the density quotient of 1 person per 4 square metres can be observed.
- Indoor coaching facilities can reopen with a maximum capacity of 150 people, adhering to the density quotient of 1 person per 4 square metres;
- Golf facilities must check the residential address of everyone they serve to ensure they live in regional Victoria. Those who live in Melbourne must be refused service;
- Service Victoria QR requirements have been expanded to include mandatory check in across all retail settings and workplaces;
- Group coaching can recommence in groups of 20 or less (including the coach)
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