Since Stage 4 coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions were reinstated in July, Yarra Council has been closely following the advice of the .
Markets are considered an essential service, as they are an important source of fresh produce for the community as well as supporting local business. With this in mind the market has stayed open during Stage 4 restrictions. However, there have been some important changes made to the operation of the market during this period.
We have a responsibility to all stallholders and the community to provide a safe environment and abide by the directions of State Government. Victoria Police and local laws officers will be out and about making sure everyone is staying safe. Do the right thing and don’t risk a fine!
We encourage all those attending the market in the coming weeks to read the information below and make sure you are following the rules.
Local shoppers only
Please remember that you must live within a 5km radius of the market. If you live further away please do your shopping closer to home.
Victoria Police will be checking how far you have travelled and issuing fines to those who are not from the local area.
One person does the shopping
During Stage 4 restrictions it is mandatory that only one person from the household does the shopping. This is to avoid overcrowding and make sure that everyone has safe access to this important resource.
- Plan your trip and shop with purpose.
- One person per household.
- We will not be allowing groups of people to congregate at the market.
Groceries only – no takeaways
Victorian Governments guidelines relating to markets clearly state: ‘Markets are for food only with strict enforcement of density obligations.’
Items that will not be sold during Stage 4 include:
- Flowers
- Takeaway coffee
- Hot food
No mask, no market
In line with you must wear a face mask when you shop at the market.
- A strict no-mask no-entry policy is now in place for the Gleadell Street Market.
- All stall holders and their staff will be wearing masks.
Physical distancing
Physical distancing and other safety and hygiene measures are in place to protect shoppers and local traders. We are carefully managing crowds, limiting numbers inside the market at any one time and making sure that everyone is staying at least 1.5 metres apart.
Hand hygiene
We ask that you use the hand sanitiser and hand washing facilities that are available at the market. Please don’t handle the produce and make sure you wash all items thoroughly when you get home.
