16 September 2021

As per the Victorian Premier's announcement yesterday, Greater Shepparton has lifted restrictions, therefore practitioners will be able to return to practice.

In line with these new rules, the authorised worker list will be removed and clinical practices are once again permitted to provide standard care.

Masks must be worn at all times and there are density quotients.

Indoor group exercise classes are not permitted yet, but outdoor group exercise is permitted for up to 10 people plus the person responsible for the class.

While it has not been explicitly noted, we recommend that services provided at home based clinics, should only be conducted by those with a separate entrance and facilities.

Visiting people in their homes is not permitted at this time, so for this reason "in home consultations" (i.e. mobile services) for your patients/clients should not occur.

Of course, please ensure you maintain a high standard of cleaning and sanitisation at all times, and that you undertake the appropriate screening process for COVID symptoms prior to accepting client bookings.

Members within the City of Ballarat

As per yesterday's announcement, the City of Ballarat will enter into a lockdown for seven days until 11:59pm on Wednesday, 22 September.

This lockdown has the same restrictions that Metropolitan Melbourne, expect for the curfew. Therefore, only Telehealth Consultations should be conducted (where possible) during this lockdown.

AHPRA members are able to work but only for essential care.

For the full statement and list of changes to the rules, click here.