Queenslanders Returning to Play

Good afternoon Stakeholders

The Queensland Government understands that being active and enjoying sport is so important to
many Queenslanders. That’s why we are working to safely introduce sport and physical activity
within the community in stages.

We know there are some forms of activity commencing from this weekend and we may be able to
see more activity resumption in the near future, though it may look a little different.
The considerations regarding the staging of return will consider:
• community sport / elite sport / professional sport
• contact / non-contact sport
• individuals / teams
• training / competition
• indoor / outdoor

We will follow the advice from the Chief Health Officer and ensure that all the steps we take are
practice hygiene, social distancing and strict processes if participants are showing symptoms.
The news from National Cabinet about the set of principles for community sport and active
recreation is welcomed by many clubs and organisations across all corners of Queensland.
We now need to take the time to consider how the principles can be applied in Queensland to all
sport and recreation activities – from elite sport to community sport and recreation.
A dedicated committee will be established to create the set of guidelines for all sport and play
activities. This committee will provide options on the stages of our pathway to return to play to the
Chief Health Officer for her decision.

A number of organisations have provided us with the draft guidelines developed to ensure
participant safety, we welcome and encourage the sharing of information, but we are not in a
position to seek exemption or resumption of activity requests from the Chief Health Officer.
When we meet next week, we will be able to discuss this is more detail.

Regards

Andrew Sly A/Assistant Director-General | Sport and Recreation Housing, Homelessness and Sport |
Department of Housing and Public Works Level 6 | 400 George Street | Brisbane City