Country shows get tick of approval with 5000 allowed

Organisers will have to complete a COVIDSafe Event Plan, and ensure social distancing at venues.

Other rules include controlled access at entry points to minimise crowding and a limit to the number of attendees depending on venue size with one person per 4 square metres.

Bruce Ryan, president of the Wagga Show Society, was thrilled to hear the news.

"We had a committee meeting last night by chance and we have already started to think about next year," e said.

"I think the annual show is a very important feature of any country towns or regional centres as they really bring and showcase the rural elements.

"We are looking forward to getting back to some sort of normality over the next 12 months and putting on a bigger and better show next year."

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Deputy Premier John Barilaro said shows could go ahead from January 2021 with up to 5,000 people able to attend at any given time.

"Country shows are the beating heart of regional communities and visiting a show is one of the highlights of living in the bush," he said.

"Shows boost business and community spirit and it is important that people can enjoy these events safely and responsibly.

"We've done the hard work and deserve to enjoy ourselves, however I must stress that it will be essential for both organisers, and attendees to follow guidelines as the last thing we want is outbreaks in regional towns."