Best in the Bay for staying away

Published 06 April 2020

Vision of crowds at Gold Coast, Bondi and St Kilda beaches have gone viral for all the wrong reasons, but it’s nothing but good news in Moreton Bay Region.

CCTV footage shows locals are taking the ‘stay home’ message very seriously, with normally popular parks and beaches now empty.

CEO Greg Chemello said he hoped it remained that way this Easter long weekend.

“These are tough times but our job is being made so much easier by the willing and sensible attitudes of our residents, and we thank locals for that,” he said.

“Government health advice is that social distancing measures will only work to prevent the spread of COVID-19 if at least 90% of Australians comply with the state and federal government’s regulations.

“Moreton Bay Region is clearly leading by example.

“As the nation comes to grip with the extraordinary circumstances required to fight the spread of coronavirus, Moreton Bay residents have been very cooperative and your council thanks you all so much for playing your part.

“We will continue to provide you with all the necessary updates where we can.

“Already a $15 million stimulus package has been approved and $11 million in business payment fast-tracked by Council to boost cashflow in our community.

“Council officers are now working on Stage 2 of our COVID-19 community and local business support package which we intend to present to the newly elected Council for consideration as soon as possible.

“Stay safe, stay connected while in isolation, be kind to one and other and we will get through this together.”