Northern Territory Police welcome the easing of restrictions in Greater Darwin and Alice Springs this afternoon but remind Territorians and visitors to stay stay safe.
Acting Assistant Commissioner Wurst said, "There are several Chief Health Officer Directions that must still be followed for the next seven days.
"As well as being COVID safe, we need to also ensure we are safe when out and about this afternoon and across the weekend, particularly if we are going to licensed premises.
"We also can now freely travel on our roads beyond the previous restriction zone. Unfortunately we lost the lives of two Territorians on our roads during lockdown. As we venture out, please drive safely, drive to the conditions and, as it is expected there will high volumes of vehicle traffic in certain areas such as our National Parks, please consider other road users.
"Police will maintain a high visibility presence on our roads and in our community to ensure COVID compliance is being maintained and our road users are safe. For those who will hit the water over the weekend after not being able to fish across lockdown, be careful and check weather conditions before you head out.
"Enjoy the weekend and stay safe."
Restrictions that remain in place:
- You will be required to check in everywhere you go, no matter how long you spend at that location.
- Face masks must be worn when you are unable to physically distance - this includes at places like the supermarket, shops and hairdresser. Workers who come into close contact with patrons, or who work in crowded environments will need to wear a mask.
- Up to 10 people can visit your home at a time (in addition to the occupants).
- Restaurants, cafes and pubs will re-open for seated service only. Patrons will be required to wear a mask when they go to the bar to order.
- Big events must have The Territory Check In QR Code system in place and be able to comply with physical distancing and mask wearing requirements.
- No close contact sports including AFL and rugby. Indoor exercise including at gyms, Zumba, barre, pilates and yoga studios will remain closed.
- Places of worship will open. Masks must be worn and physical distancing applied.
"The NT Police will continue to educate and enforce all Chief Health Officer's directions."
The penalty for failing to abide by the Chief Health Officer Directions issued under section 56 of the Public and Environment Health Act 2011 is $5056 for an individual and $25,280 for a business.
For more information on COVID-19, visit www.coronavirus.nt.gov.au
