Fossicking General Permission Areas (GPA's) Closures

Following the Queensland Government announcement on Monday 30 March in relation to the closure of all Fossicking General Permission Areas (GPA’s), in response to the COVID-19 (corona virus) outbreak. Council is now required to close GPA’s which we have tenure of within the Region on State land until further notice. This includes sites the below fossicking areas outlined below:

Council is closely monitoring the current COVID-19 pandemic and implementing responses in accordance with Federal and State Government guidelines. It is the intent of Council to take reasonable precaution in a reasonable manner to ensure that the potential and actual risks relating to the transmission of the COVID-19 virus are managed effectively, efficiently and transparently.

Council is committed to supporting Queensland Health as the lead agency responsible for responding to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and will ensure our community is kept informed. If you are concerned or exhibiting cold or flu symptoms, particularly cough and/or fever it is advised you contact 13HEALTH (13 43 25 84) or HEALTH DIRECT (1800 022 222) for advice.

Gary Stevenson PSM Chief Executive Officer

Published: 31st March 2020