Following extensive discussions with Queensland Health officials last week, Athletics Australia confirmed that eight Sydney based track & field athletes would not be granted exemptions from QLD quarantine laws and were unable to join their team-mates in Cairns.
The Queensland Government offered the opportunity for these athletes to hotel quarantine, with opportunities to train separately. Athletics Australia determined that it was more beneficial for these athletes to remain in their home training environment in Sydney and put in place support where necessary, to ensure they have access to training and heat facilities.
We have been advised by QLD Government representatives that Sydney based NRL players will be restricted to hotels in QLD for the quarantine period and provided with access to training and game day facilities.
Peter Bromley
Athletics Australia Chief Executive Officer
For more information, please contact:
Sascha Ryner
Media and Communications Manager
sascha.ryner@athletics.org.au
Posted: 14/7/2021
