Council to re-open campgrounds, but gathering restrictions apply.

Details Last Updated: Friday, 05 June 2020 08:30 Published: Friday, 05 June 2020 08:30

Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) will re-open campgrounds on Friday 5 June 2020 in line with the Queensland Government’s Roadmap to Easing COVID-19 restrictions.

TRC Mayor Paul Antonio said the easing of restrictions was an acknowledgement of the commitment of the community to abiding by State and Federal Government public health directions.

“The re-opening of our campgrounds is a further step towards the return to normality,” Mayor Antonio said.

“Campgrounds controlled by Council that will re-open include:

Bowenville Recreation Reserve, Bowenville Swinging Bridge Park, Cooyar Yarraman Weir Park, Yarraman Clifton Recreation Reserve, Clifton Cecil Plains Caravan Park, Cecil Plains Yarramalong Weir, Pampas Lake Cressbrook, Crows Nest

“Council rest areas have been allowed to remain open throughout COVID-19 restrictions.

“We thank the community for their continued patience during this unique time.

“Users will still need to adhere to relevant Queensland Health requirements with a maximum gathering of twenty persons permitted under Stage Two easing of restrictions.

“While there is no limit to the number of groups of twenty, Queensland Health suggests that the things to think about when deciding if a park is already too crowded include:

Is there plenty of distance between each group (can you play ball between each group; can you talk easily without overhearing another group)? Is there an empty space for your group to sit comfortably, that is still a good distance from others? Is there somewhere less crowded we can go to, that isn’t far from here to be on the safe side?

“Our number one priority during this challenging time is the health and wellbeing of our community and staff.

“We would ask that the community continue to follow hygiene guidelines, whether at home or attending public spaces.

“I would also remind everyone to refer to the information on updated restrictions, particularly guidelines on gatherings, provided by the State Government’s lead agency Queensland Health, during this pandemic.

For more information on updated Queensland Health Guidelines on the easing of restrictions go to www.health.qld.gov.au/coronavirus.

For information on changes to Council services and facilities, due to the impact of coronavirus, visit www.tr.qld.gov.au/servicechanges