Sundeck Brasserie, The Juniors Kingsford — Restaurant in Sydney

I was appalled at the Behaviour of bar staff tonight. I explained I have an exemption for not wearing a mask Upon which two staff members ‘bandied together’ in what felt like outright bullying, and asked to see my exemption, stating that I should wear something openly showing I’m exempt. This was embarrassing, and abusive. I’m appalled at their conduct, disheartened at the lack of compassion, customer care, and desensitization they clearly portrayed. The law clearly states people with medical exemptions do not have to provide proof.

Furthermore, understand that I am extremely reluctant to disclose such sensitive and personal information! I do not wish to disclose the details of my Exemption to you, but hidden disabilities can include a range of physical and mental health conditions such as autism, respiratory illness, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Many survivors of severe trauma and abuse cannot wear a face covering, as to do so would trigger severe and crippling panic. So as you can see, mask exemptions, and the legal protection from disclosing the details of your exemption to a stranger in a Bar, exists for very good reason!

Importantly, I do not wish to wear an identifying label stating what my personal challenges and disadvantages are, for reasons that should be perfectly obvious to any thinking person. Bigotry, intolerance and discrimination are all too real in our society, and I do not wish to publicly label myself "different", thereby putting myself at risk for attracting distressing or even dangerous attention - attention which could contravene the law, as was the case in your pub.

Under the Disabilities Discrimination Act and the Equality Act 2010, it is illegal to ask someone if they have a hidden disability or what it is. The law is very clear on the fact that if someone is asked to wear a mask and they reply that they are exempt, that is all the information they are legally required to give. To press them for further information or "proof" is illegal, and people who do this are personally liable for a fine of up to $15,000, and punitive damages of between $1,800 and $19,000.

Disabilities discrimination is a very serious offence, and it is incumbent on you as a employer to ensure this is not something that ever happens to your customers on...

Stunned at how long the lines were - and they wouldn’t stop (waited about 20-30 minutes just to order). Food is reasonably priced whether you’re a member or not. Lots of seating available with a live band playing in the background. The fettuccine boscaiola was generously portioned and loaded with Parmesan and bacon, but it was way too creamy and made me feeling a little sick at the end of it. However, lots of schnitzels were going around and they looked amazing! So if I’ll be back I’ll be going for...

Special blackboard menu every day of the week, I was there on a Saturday evening, in by 6.30 lined up and served within 30 minutes, no sooner had I found a table, did my meal arrive, had the mixed grill and veggies. For a bargain price of $29.90 non member. Would highly recommend getting there early as the favourite meals tend to run out. Great selection of tapped and regular beers, spirits and cocktails made at your convenience. Live music and bands there most weekends. Cheers 🍻 🍺 🥂...