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Ekka showgoers to be provided with free face masks

Ekka showgoers to be provided with free face masks
July 29, 2022

Brisbane Ekka visitors will be offered free masks on entry when the annual show returns to Bowen Hills from 6th to 14th August to help protect patrons.

Queensland Health Minister Yvette D’Ath noted that it’s crucial showgoers take precautions to stay safe at the show adding “we want Ekka visitors to enjoy this year’s show safely and experience all it has to offer – Australia’s best livestock, produce, food, fashion and fireworks.

The Royal Queensland Show (Ekka) is Queensland's largest and most loved annual event, attracting on average 400,000 people.

Run by the Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland (RNA) and staged at its original birthplace, the Brisbane Showgrounds, the Ekka brings the country and city together for a true celebration of agriculture.

Minister D’Ath added “the last thing we want when the Ekka returns is to see showgoers having to spend the next week in isolation with COVID-19 or influenza.

“With the pandemic now in its third wave, we can’t rely on vaccination alone - it’s crucial that showgoers take precautions to stay safe at the show.

“We know that masks can play an important role protecting Ekka visitors.

“We’re encouraging all Ekka-goers this year to mask up, not only for themselves, but for everyone visiting Queensland’s biggest show.

“If you are sick or have symptoms, stay home and don’t go to the Ekka."

RNA Chief Executive Brendan Christou welcomed Queensland Health’s offer of free masks and said the RNA would be encouraging patrons to mask up in the Ekka’s indoor pavilions.

Christou advised “more than 70% of the Show is outdoors with more than 20 hectares of open space for Ekka visitors to walk around and enjoy.

“We have been working closely with the Chief Health Officer and Queensland Health to ensure Ekka patrons are as safe and protected as possible.

“We sincerely thank them for their ongoing support and assistance in helping bring the state’s biggest event back for the people of Queensland to enjoy.’’

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