Wine Machine Hunter Valley is going ahead as planned tomorrow at Roche Estate in Pokolbin.
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The Naked & Famous, Hot Dub Time Machine, The Jungle Giants, Regard, Northeast Party House, Bag Raiders, Young Franco, Alice Ivy and Don West are all believed to be performing.
Organisers did, however, issue the following statement this morning:
"Have concerns about Coronavirus? We're here to field any questions and here are some recommendations to help with peace of mind.
Firstly, we can confirm the event tomorrow is absolutely proceeding as planned, we are decanting the vino rogue and sound checking as we speak.
Nonetheless we acknowledge the concerns around COVID-19 globally and we are confident in the measures that local authorities have taken to contain the cases within Australia.
While the Festival Management team are implementing additional precautionary methods to further ensure your safety, here are some simple steps YOU can follow to help with your peace of mind tomorrow:
- As a general precaution, practice standard hygiene measures.
- Wash your hands regularly.
- Pack and use hand sanitizer or alcohol wipes before eating.
- When coughing or sneezing, cover mouth and nose with flexed elbow or tissue rather than using your hand.
- If you feel unwell seek medical attention early.
- Upon your arrival to Wine Machine if you are feeling unwell, have queries or concerns, please report to management. We're here to help you.
- Our comprehensive medical team will be on hand throughout the day if aid is required.
It is our fundamental focus to keep all of those attending Wine Machine happy, healthy and safe.
Please direct any questions or concerns to our friendly staff at cellarmaster@wine-machine.com and we'll come back to you.
Can't wait to see you in the Hunter Valley for the Best. Chardy. Ever.
Much Love,
Team Wine Machine."
The Newcastle Herald has contacted promoters to find out what the "additional precautionary methods" will be and what it means for ticketholders.
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