SPASA Victoria has advocated that the pool and spa industry is an essential service that is delivering important health benefits to the community and reinforces that all of industry is playing its part in the control and prevention of the spread of COVID-19.
- Pool and spa businesses are an essential service that manage the service, maintenance and construction of swimming pools and spas, to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases and maintain community health
- Pool and spa businesses are essential to public safety as we undertake safety assessments to keep children and the public protected in a compliant pool and spa environment
- Pool and spa businesses are viewed as professional, responsible and trusted to work unsupervised in backyards. We adhere to Government requirements, such as social distancing, strict hygienic processes and contact-free construction, retail and service
SPASAVIC encourages members and stakeholders to complete and forward the Advocacy Letter to your local members, to ensure our industry remains at the forefront of decision-makers minds to protect the community.
Government resources for businesses
The Australian Federal Government and State and Territory Governments are providing information and support for businesses during the COVID-19 outbreak, including information on business restrictions. Please see the links below for relevant Federal, State and Territory information:
| Federal Government: | Business Support Packages |
| Fair Work Ombudsman: | Coronavirus & Australian workplace laws |
| New South Wales: | Business & Employees and NSW Department of Health |
| Victoria: | Coronavirus Business Support and Dept. Health and Human Services |
| Queensland: | Novel coronavirus small business support and QLD Department of Health |
| South Australia: | COVID-19 business information and support and SA Department of Health |
| Tasmania: | COVID-19 Government info for businesses and Tas Department of Health |
| Western Australia: | Dealing with Coronavirus and WA Department of Health |
| Northern Territory: | Coronavirus (Covid-19) hosted by NT Department of Health |
| Australian Capital Territory: | COVID-19 Economic Survival Package |
| Other Essential Information: | Visit https://www.australia.gov.au. This site will link you to the latest COVID-19 news, updates and advice from Australian Government Agencies. |
Clarification of current measures and new measures
The National Cabinet has confirmed and clarified advice regarding the requirements of previously announced measures, in particular those related to non-essential gatherings and outdoor gatherings. A full list can be found here.
