COVID 19

Council has implemented strict protocols to ensure we comply with directions issued by government in relation to managing the COVID 19 risk. These protocols apply to our staff, our customers and visitors to our premises, and councillors alike. Please be understanding that we will do our best to maintain services and help in what are unique and challenging circumstances.

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COVID-19

Council has implemented strict protocols to ensure we comply with directions issued by government in relation to managing the COVID 19 risk. These protocols apply to our staff, our customers and visitors to our premises, and councillors alike. Some non-essential services have ceased altogether, others are still in operation but due to social distancing have added levels of complexity. Please be understanding that we will do our best to maintain services and help in what are unique and challenging circumstances.

Vaccine Providers

We need to act

  • COVID-19 is spreading fast in NSW and putting lives and livelihoods at risk.
  • Vaccination is the best way to protect ourselves, our loved ones and our communities. It will also help us get back to doing the things that we enjoy more quickly.
  • The COVID-19 vaccine program is working. Many thousands across the state are stepping up to get vaccinated every day. More than 7 million doses have been delivered already.
  • But our work is not yet done. We need many more people to step forward and get vaccinated now.

Act now

  • It is strongly recommended that you get vaccinated now with a COVID-19 vaccine. If you’ve had your first dose, make sure you get your second at the right time.
  • Two doses gives you around 90% protection against hospitalisation and death from COVID-19. Two doses significantly reduces the risk of spread to people around you
  • Everyone 12 and over can get a vaccine. Book today. Don’t delay. COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective and free.
  • Protect yourself and your loved ones now. Make sure your parents and grandparents are vaccinated too, they are at greatest risk. Help protect your community now and get businesses everywhere open again.
  • Appointments are available at more than 3,000 GPs, pharmacies, Aboriginal Medical Services and NSW Health vaccination clinics across NSW.
  • Speak to your local GP or pharmacist or visit nsw.gov.au to make a booking.

There’s good reason to act

  • COVID-19 can be a very serious illness, and you can’t predict who will get very unwell.
  • The risk of serious illness and death increases with age. However, COVID-19 isn’t just affectingthe elderly – many young people are becomingvery sick. Around 60% of people with COVID-19 are under 40, with some needing intensive care.
  • The sooner we are protected, the sooner we can bounce back. Let’s get back to our way of life. Vaccination can help get us get there.
  • Let’s get visitors to our regions, travel, get family back home and our state back to business. Book your vaccination today.
  • Let’s get back to doing the things we love. Let’s do this NSW.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

Public Health Orders Public health orders have been issued to protect the community and reduce the spread of COVID-19 infection. For a full list of current public health orders, including rules for gatherings, public places and businesses, visit: https://preview.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/public-health-orders

Testing in Tenterfield – Tentefield Hospital Emergency Department

World Health Organisation

Australian Government – Department of Health

NSW Government – Health

Primary Health Network Hunter New England and Central Coast

National COVID-19 Safe Workplace Principals

Support for Businesses

NSW Government

Service NSW – Grants, Loans & Financial Assistance

Service NSW Business Concierge

Business Connect

Training Services NSW

Australian Government – Support for Businesses & JobKeeper Payment

Australian Government – Business

Australian Tax Office

COVID-19 (coronavirus) FAQS for the Liquor and Gaming Industries

Support for Individuals & Households

Australian Government – The Treasury – Supporting Individuals and Households

Good360 is a matchmaker, connecting surplus retail product to Australians in need, particularly during disaster relief

Moneysmart.gov.au

Training Services NSW – COVID-19 Update

Mental Health and Well-being

NSW Government  $73 Million to Support Mental Wellness During COVID-19 Pandemic

Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19 – Factsheet of Online Supports

World Health Organisation – Mental Health Considerations

R U OK? – Staying Connected is More Important Than Ever – A Conversation Could Change a Life.

Lifeline – Mental Health and Wellbeing during the Coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak

Red Cross Online Support

Head to Health COVID-19 Support

Beyond Blue

Black Dog Institute

Emerging Minds. National Workforce Centre for Child Mental Health: Talking to Children About Natural Disasters, Traumatic Events, or Worries About the Future

GIVIT is currently offering support for a number of campaigns including COVID-19

Headspace – Information for Young People Affected by Stress Related to COVID-19

Kids Helpline

You Got This Mate

National Dementia Hotline – 1800 100 500

The Office of the Advocate for Children and Young People (ACYP) has recently launched a new website called Digital Lunchbreak. This youth friendly platform has collated all the wonderful resources and activities that have recently emerged for children and young people in response to COVID-19. The new Digital Lunchbreak website assists children and young people with finding online resources and activities to do at home in their lunchbreak, around learning hours and on weekends during the current social distancing measures. www.digitallunchbreak.nsw.gov.au