27 June 2021
Following the introduction of a lockdown for Greater Sydney including the Blue Mountains, Central Coast and Wollongong, HRNSW have imposed the following restrictions that are effective immediately:
- Masks will be compulsory on all racecourses throughout New South Wales at all times until further notice;
- The one person per four square meter rule will apply to all racecourses throughout New South Wales at all times until further notice;
For racecourses within the lockdown zone the following will apply until further notice:
- Only licensed Trainers, Drivers and Stablehands for horses engaged can attend race meetings and trials; Members of the public are unable to attend pursuant to the NSW Government lockdown restrictions.
For locations outside of the lockdown zone, the following will apply until further notice
- Masks will be compulsory on all racecourses throughout New South Wales at all times until further notice;
- The one person per four square metre rule will apply to all racecourses throughout New South Wales at all times until further notice;
- Outdoor seated events will be limited to 50% seated capacity;
- Consuming alcohol while standing at indoor venues will not be allowed.
It is not compulsory for a driver who is competing in a race to wear a face mask when competing, however, on return to the race stalls following each event, the driver must refit the mask at his/her first opportunity.
Any participant with a medical condition or a physical disability which may restrict the ability to wear a mask must wear a scarf or similar face covering. An exemption letter from a medical practitioner must be provided to HRNSW in support of this position.
It will be the responsibility of the individual to bring their own mask to a race meeting. Failure to present with a mask may result in Stewards taking action against the individual under AHRR 238.