Council increases measures to minimise gatherings at Saleyards

From this Monday, 30 March 2020, Gympie Regional Council is imposing strict new social distancing measures at the Gympie Saleyards.  

Council is following industry recommendations at the Saleyards during sales.

Attendance will now be limited to essential Saleyard staff, accredited livestock agents, essential agency staff and genuine buyers with true intentions to purchase. 

Livestock transporters will still be able to access Saleyard facilities for the purposes of unloading and loading livestock.

All other individuals who are not essential to the sale process are advised to not attend the facility.

“This announcement follows other measures we are putting in place around the region that continue to safeguard the community against COVID-19,” Gympie Regional Council CEO Bernard Smith said.

“It is important that we as a community do all that we can to reduce the risk of exposure and spread of COVID19, and these measures are another example of Council doing its part to protect the community, “he said. 

The Saleyards canteen is closed to the public with take-away food available on site. 

For more information, visit www.gympie.qld.gov.au.