Police have launched ‘Operation Pariac’ to help enforce Public Health Orders and social distancing at pubs and clubs across the state, as restrictions ease.
From today, the month-long, high-visibility operation will focus on regional areas across New South Wales.
Police will also target alcohol-related crime, assaults and anti-social behaviour.
Operation Pariac Commander, Assistant Commissioner Max Mitchell APM, says thousands need to stay vigilant in changing restrictions.
“Police will be conducting random checks and patrols of licensed venues throughout our regions, with the ability for resources to be shared amongst police districts where the demand is needed – particularly across the Queen’s Birthday long weekend.”
“Whether you’re heading to a winery in the Hunter Valley, a bar at Byron Bay, a pub on the bushfire-hit South Coast, or an RSL in drought-impacted areas out west – licensees and patrons alike need to be aware of their surroundings and the strict rules which now apply.”
