Years Serving the SA Hotel Industry
From the President DAVID BASHEER – AHA|SA PRESIDENT
New Hurdle a Bitter Blow The next few weeks loom as amongst the most critical for hospitality.
Not only do we learn when we arrive at that magical “90% over 12 years of age” vaccination rate, but we also will get an appreciation of the ambitions of Government and the public service to remain in control of our businesses.
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The roadmap announced on October 26 had most of us concerned and confused. Venues that benefit from domestic tourism have breathed a sigh of relief but for the rest, it was another setback. I’m no mathematician, but the amount of people required to be vaccinated at the long promised “80% over 16” rate versus the new bar of “90% over 12” does appear a disturbing figure. The AHA|SA is hearing reports the vaccination rates in this state have stalled. Not surprising, those keen to get vaccinated have done so. Those of us whose fortunes depend on everyone else doing the right thing are at the mercy of those whose income is not dependant
on the State freeing restrictions. The fate of our Christmas season – critical to venues most damaged by the restrictions - rests with not just the anti-vaxers but the vaccination apathetic. The AHA|SA has enthusiastically taken up the Premier’s invitation at the October 26 media conference to work with Government to get the best outcome. There remain more questions than answers. 1) When will we hit 90% over 12?
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2) What restrictions will remain? 3) What will the obligation be on venues to have their staff vaccinated? 4) What will the obligation be on venues to only allow vaccinated patrons into their venues? 5) Will there be a transition period for functions already booked in good faith, unaware that patrons may need to be double vaccinated? Back to Contents
