Hello all,
Last month, we were presented with a roadmap to reopening by the state government. The dates included in this roadmap, whilst indicative, give us the confidence to plan the season ahead.
Athletics Victoria’s events fall under the COVID-19 Public Events Framework. This framework is different to several other sports, and as such, a mass return of every community sport may not occur at once.
Before releasing our summer calendar, we must wait for further information from Vicsport and Sport and Recreation Victoria on the Restricted Activity Directions for Sport (RADS) to ensure Athletics Victoria is compliant and aligned to the roadmap. We will receive this before National Plan: Phase C – due on the 5th of November. We expect a heightened level of conditions around safety, participation and crowd numbers and the delivery of events, which will look different from the normal.
Athletics Victoria has not made a statement regarding the required vaccination status as we are still in the process of clarifying the requirements that will be placed upon the return to competition/training in Metro and Regional areas with the Victorian Government around vaccinations.
We expect all individuals to review the restrictions set by the Victorian Government before undertaking any physical recreation/activities.
Regional – click here.
- – No double vaccination requirement for the current training allowances in the Regional area.
- – Group size restrictions in place.
Metro – click here.
- – There are double vaccination requirements for Personal Training above specific group sizes.
- – Further clarification is being sort in regards to Personal Trainers/Sport Coach as changes to the Victorian Government website FAQ’s has occurred.
The Victorian Government is constantly updating and reviewing all aspects of the roadmap. Unfortunately, at this stage, we are not in a position that would allow us to confirm if double vaccinations will be required by members and coaches for the return of competition/training.
This news should not discourage you about the return of our events. However, it does mean that we are unable to provide any information regarding specific dates, the meets, requirements to participate or event structure or locations. You can be assured that we will share all that information at the soonest possible time.
We are here for non-event enquiries like membership, coaching courses, officials, and more until that time. You can email us at info@athsvic.org.au
We are looking forward to seeing you all throughout the soon-to-be-released summer season.
Stay safe.
Glenn Turnor
Chief Executive Officer
Athletics Victoria