School formal guidelines have been released, table numbers restricted to 10

The guidelines suggest mingling before and after events should be avoided, private transport options considered and existing restrictions on catering need to be adhered to.

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Reduce mingling and attendance is required where possible, dancefloors will need to be outside or in well ventilated areas and the capacity of the event must not exceed four square metres per attendee.

Tables will be restricted to host no more than ten people.

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Dancing with partners from outside the school community is allowed only if partners are from the same local community and have an established relationship and normally socialises with the student cohort.

Students will be required to bring their own pens for yearbook signing and must follow and promote good hand hygiene practices.

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Minister for Education Sarah Mitchell is urging people to follow the directions of their schools and venues and respect public health orders.

Formals and graduations will be permitted to take place from November 12.