Here is a summary of the latest police and emergency services news on the Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island.

Renewed appeal for missing person Benjamin Broadstock

Police are renewing their appeal for missing Hackham man Benjamin Broadstock, who was last seen at Fullarton Road, Glenside about 9pm on Thursday 2 July.

Police and family have concerns for his welfare. He is 23 years old and is described as 181cm tall, 82kg, with light brown wavy hair. Police believe that he was in the Seaford area on July 27.

Anyone who sees Benjamin Broadstock or has information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Police Assistance Line immediately on 131 444.

Updated COVID-19 Directions 2020- Public Activity No 6

An update has been made to public activity restrictions in South Australia.

The Emergency Management (Public Activities No 5) (COVID-19) Direction 2020 has been revoked and replaced by the Emergency Management (Public Activities No 6) (COVID-19) Direction 2020. This new Direction came into effect as of 0001 ­­­­­Wednesday 5 August 2020.

The new Direction provides an update to the restrictions currently in place for gatherings across South Australia.

A gathering of more than 10 people at a residential premises is now a prohibited gathering. A person must not allow, organise or attend a prohibited gathering at a residential premises.

• Changes to defined public activities and special compliance rules:
• Alcoholic beverages may be consumed by spectators at sporting events if the spectator remains seated;
• Food and beverages (including alcohol) must be consumed by patrons while seated at tables that are physically separate from any bar or are where orders are taken;
• Food and beverages at recreational facility (eg mini-golf, pool hall, tenpin bowling, high ropes course, etc.) must be consumed at an area separate from a bar/where orders are taken and within the group that are attending the facility; and
•  Any shared equipment and frequently touched surfaces at a recreational facility must be cleaned between use by different individuals or groups.

It is acknowledged that many restrictions still apply, but they are critical in dealing with the spread of COVID-19.

All existing directions, frequently asked questions and other information can be found here: https://www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/emergency-declarations

If you require further information you can call the SA COVID-19 Information Line on 1800 253 787 between the hours of 9am to 5pm 7 days per week or go to the SA Health website. at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au or www.sa.gov.au/covid-19