A LICENSED premises in Mudgee has been slapped with a $5000 fine for failing to comply with coronavirus safety restrictions. At 10.25pm on Saturday, August 22, officers attached to Orana Mid-Western Police District attended the venue to conduct a COVID-19 compliance check. Police will allege that a number of patrons were not maintaining social distancing. READ ALSO: NSW expected to widen border zone with Vic Following further inquiries, the venue was issued with a $5000 fine on Friday, August 28 for failing to comply with requirements of a Public Health Order COVID-19. NSW Police have urged the community to report suspected breaches of any ministerial direction or behaviour which may impact on the health and safety of the community. READ ALSO: Almond orchard set to sell to overseas buyer for eye-watering figure Anyone who has information regarding individuals or businesses in contravention of a COVID-19 related ministerial direction is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Information is treated in strict confidence. READ ALSO: Maccas pays up for denying toilet breaks
Following further inquiries, the venue was issued with a $5000 fine on Friday, August 28 for failing to comply with requirements of a Public Health Order COVID-19.
NSW Police have urged the community to report suspected breaches of any ministerial direction or behaviour which may impact on the health and safety of the community.
Anyone who has information regarding individuals or businesses in contravention of a COVID-19 related ministerial direction is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.