The following statement is from South Gippsland Shire Council’s Chief Executive Officer, Kerryn Ellis:

Following the Premier’s announcement yesterday it is timely that we provide an update for Council’s operations:

Council will continue to operate as we currently are. There will be no significant change.

Our Customer Service Centre continues to provide phone, mail and internet services.

This is consistent with the Government’s message if you can stay home, you must.

Customers are encouraged to contact us on 5662 9200 or use Council’s website www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au.

Our caravan parks will remain closed.

Our parks and recreation reserves will be open for exercise subject to social distancing.

Our playgrounds and skateparks will remain closed.

Our halls will be open for essential gatherings only (such as Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, to use the Premier’s example).

Our boat ramps are being reopened as recreational boating will be permissible.