COVID Update - Public allowed back on course

04/08/2021
Racing News


Please note following the latest Direction from SA Health, spectators and the general public are allowed back on course, with certain restrictions imposed by SA Health.

Inside clubhouses, the current licenced premises requirements apply - you must wear a mask (unless eating, drinking or exempt).  You must be seated to consume food or drinks.  The density of indoor areas is 1:2m2 and you must socially distance. The maximum capacity is displayed on the venue COVID-Safe Plans. With the significantly limited capacity numbers at our venues due to the 1:2m2 density rule, we strongly recommend making a booking to avoid missing out due to capacity issues.

Spectators attending outdoors must wear a mask (unless eating, drinking or exempt), and must always sit to eat and drink. The density for outdoor areas is 1:2 m2 and you must socially distance.  

Despite the restrictions being eased enough to allow spectators on course; the restrictions remain at a level where it is not practical to run the on-course tote.  This position will continue to be monitored in line with changing restriction levels.

Remember - you must check in when you attend all GRSA facilities. Police are out in force checking for COVID-19 compliance, so please keep up the great work by remembering these new requirements.  If you have a mask exemption, please carry proof if required to provide it to an authorised officer.

A full list of current restrictions are listed here:

  • Masks need to be worn in venues and outside (unless eating, drinking or exempt)
  • Restrictions on the number of people in an area will be in line with current social density requirements
  • Virginia coursing meetings will return – next meeting 15th August
  • You must be seated to consume food or drink when both inside and outside of a venue
    • Basic catering will be available on-course
  • There will be no on-course totalisator operators at any tracks
  • Staggered boxing of greyhounds will continue
  • Social distancing must be adhered to at all times and will be enforced by stewards
  • Everyone must check in on entering the venue via QR codes or manual tracing forms

As always, we urge our industry to continue to do the right thing by your family and industry – if you feel unwell or have a temperature please do not come to the track and contact a doctor immediately. Visit SA Health to stay across any updates. GRSA are taking all measures to ensure the safe continuation of racing – the health and wellbeing of our participants, greyhounds and staff is our #1 priority.