Updated 3:51 pm 27/09/2021
ROADMAP TO RECOVERY REVEALS PATH FORWARD FOR COMMUNITY SPORT
The NSW Government has announced a roadmap out of the pandemic and lockdowns once the 80% double dose vaccination target is achieve.
From the Monday after NSW hits the 80 per cent (aged 16 and over) double dose vaccination target, eased restrictions will allow those who are fully vaccinated to participate in community sport.
RETURN TO COMMUNITY SPORT
When will community sport return?
For the fully vaccinated, community sport will return from the Monday after NSW hits the 80 per cent (aged 16 and over) double dose vaccination target.
Do I need to be vaccinated to participate?
Only the fully vaccinated can participate once the 80% double dose target is achieve until 1 December when all participants can return.
What if I’m not fully vaccinated?
The partially and unvaccinated can return from 1 December, but not before.
What about participants under the age of 16?
Northern NSW Football is seeking NSW Government advice related to status of unvaccinated community sport participants under 16 years old.
Will there be restrictions upon return to community sport?
The full details have not yet been disclosed by the NSW Government, however they have indicated that:
- Masks will not be required when outside
- There will be a square meters rule of 1 person per 4sqm indoors, and 1 person per 2sqm outdoors
- Northern NSW Football is working closely with the NSW Government and will provide updates related to community sport when available
- For more information visit www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19
FOOTBALL FIVE5 LEAGUES
When will Football Five5 return?
Football Five5 senior summer leagues will commence after the 80% double dose target is achieved and run through to 16 December.
These leagues will recommence after the Christmas break on 11 January and concluding 25 February.
When will Football Five5 registrations open?
Football Five5 summer leagues are currently open, click here to register.
Do I need to be vaccinated to participate?
Only the fully vaccinated can participate once the 80% double dose target is achieve until 1 December when all participants can return.
What if I’m not fully vaccinated?
The partially and unvaccinated can return from 1 December, not before.
Will Fast Five5 and Football Five5 youth leagues return?
Fast Five5 and Football Five5 summer youth leagues will not recommence in 2021.
Can I access a Fast Five5 and Football Five5 youth leagues refund
Yes, to discuss refunds or Active Kids vouchers please email reception@northernswfootball.com.au
SUMMER FOOTBALL
What is happening with Summer Football?
Similar to other football activities, Summer Football is possible for the fully vaccinated once the 80% target is achieved and all participants from 1 December.
Northern NSW Football is currently working with clubs to determine feasibility of the 2021 Summer Football program.
