WHAT YOU CAN DO FROM MAY 2

AFTER weeks of stay-at-home restrictions to stymie the spread of COVID-19, Queensland is rolling back some measures and here is what you need to know. WHEN:

● It starts 11.59pm on Friday, so effectively people will be free to move around on Saturday onwards for recreational purposes.

HOW FAR CAN I TRAVEL?

● Travel has been restricted to 50km from your place of residence to prevent mass movement of people between cities, towns and suburbs.

ARE SOCIAL DISTANCING MEASURES RELAXED?

● Definitely not. Social distancing of 1.5m and hygiene must be maintained and if it’s not adhered to, stay-at-home restrictions could return.

● All other rules on gatherings, including limitations on the number of people who can visit a household, remain in place. CAN I CATCH UP WITH FRIENDS OR JUST FAMILY?

● Only members of the same household are permitted to gather in public, so it’s not an opportunity to host a party in a park.

● Single people may socialise

with only one other person. WHAT CAN I DO?

● You’re allowed to go for a drive for up to 50km for your home.

● You’re permitted to ride a motorbike, jetski or even spend time on a boat for pleasure.

● Shopping for non-essential items is also allowed but it does not mean the business you are

visiting will be allowed to open.

● You can have a picnic with a family or visit a national park but be mindful toilet facilities and day use areas will NOT be open. WHEN WILL THEY BE REVIEWED?

● The Queensland Government will review COVID-19 restrictions again in a fortnight.