A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) about the resumption of sporting and recreational activity in Australia.
AHPPC today considered the resumption of sporting and recreational activity in Australian society, including the resumption of elite competition in professional sporting codes.
AHPPC recognised the importance of the resumption of sport and recreation to Australian society emerging from the COVID-19 environment, and the many health, economic, social and cultural benefits sport provides.
AHPPC was firm that the resumption of sport and recreation activity at any level must not compromise the health of individuals or the community, and must be based on objective health information to ensure