Commencing on 1 July 2020 the NSW Government has introduced the following new COVID-19 rules:
1. The number of people allowed inside indoor venues will be determined by
the ‘one person per 4 square metre’ rule, with no upper limit. This includes
function centres. All activity must be seated only.
2. Cultural and sporting events at outdoor venues with a maximum capacity
of 40,000 will be allowed up to 25 percent of their normal capacity. Events
must be ticketed and seated and follow strict guidelines.
3. Restrictions on funerals will be eased to allow the four square metre rule to
apply.
4. All other restrictions including 20 guests inside the home and 20 for outside
gatherings remain the same.
So, remember, for cafes and restaurants, the four square metre rule applies. If, for example, the venue’s dining area is, say, 40 square metres, the maximum number of diners allowed is 10 even if it would normally hold 30. An indoor wedding or funeral venue 200 square metres in size can still only seat a maximum of 50 people.
June 2020