Melburnians have been warned they can expect a $1,652 fine if they drive anywhere for exercise under strict stage four restrictions. Under current lockdown rules, residents in metropolitan Melbourne are able to exercise within 5km of their home - but they are unable to drive to parks or beaches to do so. Residents in Melbourne are not permitted to drive anywhere for exercise under stage four restrictions (pictured people exercise at Albert Park on Sunday)'It has come to our attention that there is some misunderstanding in relation to whether or not it is permitted, under Stage 4 restrictions, to drive to a park within 5km of your home for exercise,' they wrote on Facebook. Exemptions will be made available to residents where it is not practical for them to exercise without travelling somewhere. Residents can exercise with one other person but must keep 1.5 metres distance and avoid hugging or handshakes.

Source: Daily Mail August 19, 2020 01:10 UTC