We might be locked down, but residents are free to enjoy the great outdoors in safety and get a little bit of exercise at the same time.
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The Mudgee Guardian was about to say hello and snap photos of the fun at the park as people got outside to enjoy the lovely weekend weather.
Exercise and outdoor recreation is a reasonable excuse to leave home in the Mudgee region.
A NSW Health spokesperson explained the rules as follows:
"Exercise is an activity that requires some kind of physical activity that can help maintain or improve health, such as running or walking whereas recreation includes leisure activities such as sitting for relaxation, or to eat, drink or read outdoors."
This means you can sit down at a park bench for a coffee or sunbake at the beach as long as you are social distancing, wearing a mask and following gathering rules.
There are no time limits on exercise or outdoor recreation in the Mudgee region.