Following previous advice from the SA government, the official directions have now been published. Please see below for further details about what this means for Netball in SA.
COMMUNITY NETBALL
Community Sport can now recommence, the following restrictions apply:
Outdoor community sport
- Can be conducted with a density requirement of 1 per 2 square metres for COVID Safe Plan venues and events (under 1000 capacity).
- All spectators must wear masks at all times (unless eating or drinking).
- Spectators must be seated whilst eating or drinking.
- Communal food and drinks are not allowed.
Indoor community sport
- Can be conducted with a density requirement of 1 per 4 square metres for COVID Safe Plan venues and events (under 1000 capacity).
- No spectators are permitted, however, one person can attend if they are required as a caregiver for a participant – they must wear a mask.
If more than 1000 people are attending the venue then a COVID Management Plan is required. SA Health have advised they will work with venues that have COVID Management Plans in place (over 1000 in attendance) to ascertain what this means specifically for those venues/events.
A Quick Reference Guide outlining the Return to Netball guidelines can be located here: https://sa.netball.com.au/return-netball
Netball SA Premier League
- The Netball SA Premier League competition resumes this Friday 6 August with Round 13. The draw has been extended by 2 weeks with the Grand Final now to be played on Friday 3 September 2021.
- No spectators are permitted, however, one person can attend if they are required as a caregiver for a participant – they must wear a mask and enter at the same time as the participant.
NETBALL SA STADIUM
- Bookings for competitions held at the Netball SA Stadium will have direct communication from staff regarding requirements and management of their events.
- Masks are required for movement around the stadium, both inside and outside.
- No spectators are permitted, however, one person can attend if they are required as a caregiver for a participant
GENERAL
As of 12.01am Thursday 5 August the following applies:
- Density requirement of 1 per 2 sqm for COVID Safe Plan venues and/or events (under 1000 in attendance).
- Density requirement of 1 per 4 sqm for gyms and indoor fitness facilities.
- Masks are required at all high-risk settings, personal care services, passenger transport, health care, indoor public places where face-to-face interactions with the public take place. It is a strong recommendation that masks are worn indoors in the workplace.
- Household and private gatherings/activities are limited to 10 in attendance.
- Cross border community members can cross the border to participate in sport competition and training (provided within the 70km border bubble with Victoria)
Please remember:
- If you have symptoms, even if mild, get tested immediately (and stay home while you wait for your results).
- Wash/sanitise your hands regularly.
- Keep 1.5m distance from others wherever possible.
- Use COVID Safe Check-In.
- Clean frequently touched surfaces.
Further information relating to current directions, phone the SA Information line on 1800 253 787 or head to: https://www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/
