Zombies, monsters, ghosts, and other grisly ghouls will take to Gunnedah's streets in full force on Saturday in search of tantalising treats for Halloween.
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Organisers of Gunnedah's festivities are busy creating an interactive map, marking out all of the houses in town who are participating in this year's trick-or-treating.
Youngsters will walk the streets from 5pm-7.30pm, and locals are being encouraged to get in quick to put their address down as a stop for the kids.
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But it'll be different this year, with households urged to follow health guidelines to ensure everyone is having fun in a COVID-safe way.
NSW Health has released a number of reminders and suggestions for those going out trick-or-treating or providing lollies and chocolates for the participants.
Those going trick-or-treating should:
- Carry hand sanitiser and use it often
- Stay in small groups under 20 people
- Keep 1.5 metres away from other households
- Use a disposable bag for trick-or-treating and throw it out afterwards
- Stay local, avoid crowded 'treat streets'
- Only accept treats that are individually wrapped
- Don't share your treats with others from different households
To stay COVID-safe, those handing out treats this Halloween could:
- Hang individually wrapped treats on their fence or gate, or put them on a tray outside their house
- Organise a treasure hunt outside to avoid people coming to their house
- Get creative and build a 'lolly chute' so they can stay 1.5 metres apart from trick-or-treaters
Everyone must also remember to stay home if unwell, practice good hygiene, and wear a face mask if physical distancing isn't possible.
To find out how to get involved in this year's frightening festivities, join the Halloween in Gunnedah Facebook group.