Sutherland Local Court closed after a positive COVID-19 case, as state ramps up warnings
4 years, 5 months ago

Sutherland Local Court closed after a positive COVID-19 case, as state ramps up warnings

ABC  

A court south of Sydney has been closed for cleaning after a person there tested positive to COVID-19. Key points: Of the new cases, three have no known link to clusters and one is still under investigation Of the new cases, three have no known link to clusters and one is still under investigation Four new cases have been linked to the Batemans Bay Soldiers Club Four new cases have been linked to the Batemans Bay Soldiers Club The NSW Government is advising against non-essential travel and social gatherings The Department of Communities and Justices said it was notified yesterday by NSW Health that the infected person attended Sutherland Local Court last Wednesday. NSW Health workers are trying to contain a coronavirus cluster on the state's South Coast while also grappling with COVID-19 cases linked to an inner-Sydney restaurant and a gym in the western suburbs. Among the new infections are 17 cases that were locally acquired — four of these were linked to a club in an existing cluster in Batemans Bay on the NSW South Coast. The change of advice was due to the identification of four new cases — one staff member, two patrons and a close contact of the family who tested positive last week.

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Reduced COVID-19 isolation for NSW healthcare staff a 'catch-up' measure to stop system 'collapsing'
2 years, 11 months ago

Reduced COVID-19 isolation for NSW healthcare staff a 'catch-up' measure to stop system 'collapsing'

ABC  

Tired and overworked healthcare workers in New South Wales were left with no choice but to support reducing the isolation rules for staff with no symptoms who had been deemed close contacts of COVID-19 cases. Key points: Expert says reducing isolation for asymptomatic healthcare staff made complete sense President of the doctors union says patients will not be put in …

Authorities trace traveller who spent time at Brisbane Airport while infectious, eyes on Northern NSW after positive case
3 years, 3 months ago

Authorities trace traveller who spent time at Brisbane Airport while infectious, eyes on Northern NSW after positive case

ABC  

Queensland has recorded zero new locally acquired cases of COVID-19 as authorities look into contact tracing efforts after an infected traveller transited through Brisbane Airport on their way to the Northern Territory. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot In latest reporting period: Deaths: 11 11 New cases: 5,698 Queensland's vaccine rollout: First dose: 93.2 per cent 93.2 per cent Second dose: 92.7 per …

Couple identified as origin of COVID-19 outbreak in Western New South Wales
3 years, 3 months ago

Couple identified as origin of COVID-19 outbreak in Western New South Wales

ABC  

The source of the COVID-19 outbreak in Western New South Wales has been pinpointed by health authorities. "We're closer to that original strain but what we now know is there's so much broad spread of this Delta strain across all of our communities," Mr McLachlan said. "People are driven by their addiction the commercial aspects of it, and their desire …

NSW records its worst day of the COVID-19 pandemic so far against a backdrop of curfews, police and protests
3 years, 4 months ago

NSW records its worst day of the COVID-19 pandemic so far against a backdrop of curfews, police and protests

ABC  

For as long as Sydney has been in lockdown, commentators — including Premier Gladys Berejiklian's interstate counterparts — have loudly called for tougher restrictions, lamenting what they saw as "lockdown lite". West and south-west Sydney are bearing the brunt of the state's COVID-19 response, with nearly all of the new restrictions only applicable to residents in "local government areas of …

Regional NSW towns fear the worst as Sydney's COVID-19 outbreak spreads
3 years, 4 months ago

Regional NSW towns fear the worst as Sydney's COVID-19 outbreak spreads

ABC  

The usually relaxed vibe of the seaside town of Byron Bay evaporated this week with the news that a visiting family of three from Sydney had tested positive for COVID-19. "We've got big family groups that share households, people that are either couch surfing or have no fixed place of abode," Mr Naden said. "If it spread quickly and the …

Anxiety builds in regional NSW as towns go into lockdown after COVID-19 spills out of Sydney
3 years, 4 months ago

Anxiety builds in regional NSW as towns go into lockdown after COVID-19 spills out of Sydney

ABC  

Coronavirus is on the march and regional New South Wales communities are nervous with the latest wave of the pandemic breaching Greater Sydney and cases causing panic in multiple locations across the state. Key points: Several regional communities, including Tamworth and Byron Bay, are in lockdown Several regional communities, including Tamworth and Byron Bay, are in lockdown Some people are …

COVID-19 fragments found in NSW Central West sewage, but no new cases
3 years, 4 months ago

COVID-19 fragments found in NSW Central West sewage, but no new cases

ABC  

Only hours after three communities in Central West New South Wales came out of a week-long lockdown, fragments of COVID-19 were identified in sewage, sparking a fresh wave of concern. Key points: Fragments of COVID-19 were detected in a wastewater sample, taken from Molong on Monday The Local Health District says it could mean a local resident has the virus, …

First positive COVID case identified in NSW Central West, linked to Sydney truck driver
3 years, 5 months ago

First positive COVID case identified in NSW Central West, linked to Sydney truck driver

ABC  

A factory worker in the Central West of New South Wales has contracted COVID-19, after a truck driver with coronavirus travelled to the region over several days. Key points: A pet food delivery driver has spread COVID-19 to the Central West Four hospitals in the region are on now red alert The region is on watch after three removalists visited …

COVID-19 cases confirmed in Illawarra and Southern Highlands, links to Sydney suspected
3 years, 5 months ago

COVID-19 cases confirmed in Illawarra and Southern Highlands, links to Sydney suspected

ABC  

Authorities working to determine the source of three COVID-19 cases confirmed in the Illawarra this week suspect they may be linked to cases in Sydney. Key points: Three new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in the Illawarra, but no venues have been listed as places of concern Two cases have also been confirmed in the Wingecarribee Shire, and one …

Sydneysiders living alone despair as COVID-19 restrictions tightened and no 'social bubble' in sight
3 years, 5 months ago

Sydneysiders living alone despair as COVID-19 restrictions tightened and no 'social bubble' in sight

ABC  

For the past two weeks, the only time Erienne Lette was able to physically see other people was during her outdoor exercise classes. Even though there's not much opportunity for talking through the classes, which are socially distanced, Lette said the boot camp provided "good camaraderie" amid days of video calls. No 'social bubbles' NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard on …

Victoria closes border to NSW as COVID-19 outbreak worsens
3 years, 5 months ago

Victoria closes border to NSW as COVID-19 outbreak worsens

ABC  

Victorian health authorities have closed the state's border with New South Wales. Key points: The effective border closure came into effect at 11:59pm on Sunday night Premier Dan Andrews warned people not to do the wrong thing Victoria recorded its 11th straight day of no new local coronavirus infections on Sunday The Department of Health says with case numbers continuing …

New COVID-19 restrictions for NSW now apply — here's what you need to know
3 years, 5 months ago

New COVID-19 restrictions for NSW now apply — here's what you need to know

ABC  

The COVID-19 outbreak in NSW is growing despite two weeks of lockdown and Premier Gladys Berejiklian says she has "no option" but to implement tighter restrictions. In a bid to "crush" the Delta variant, new social distancing restrictions now apply in Greater Sydney, the Blue Mountains, Central Coast, Wollongong and Shellharbour. The new COVID-19 restrictions Only two people can gather …

Growing number of COVID-19 cases in community triggered NSW lockdown
3 years, 5 months ago

Growing number of COVID-19 cases in community triggered NSW lockdown

ABC  

In just under three hours yesterday, NSW's worsening COVID-19 crisis plunged millions of people into a two-week lockdown. Key points: Only 12 of the 29 COVID-19 cases recorded yesterday were in isolation Chief Health Officer Kerry Chant says that an unrecognised strand of infection escalated the government's response The list of COVID-19 exposure sites continues to grow The lockdown — …

NSW COVID-19 cases rise by 12, Premier flags further lockdown measures
3 years, 5 months ago

NSW COVID-19 cases rise by 12, Premier flags further lockdown measures

ABC  

More COVID-19 restrictions could be introduced in NSW as early as today, after a dozen new cases were identified outside Sydney’s lockdown zone, and the current outbreak passed 80 infections. Key points: Authorities say there is growing concern as cases have popped up in unexpected areas The chief health officer says everyone should check the list of exposure sites before …

NSW COVID-19 latest restrictions explained as parts of Sydney go into lockdown
3 years, 6 months ago

NSW COVID-19 latest restrictions explained as parts of Sydney go into lockdown

ABC  

More than 1 million Sydneysiders have been plunged into a week-long lockdown as the city's COVID-19 outbreak spreads to several suburbs. If you live in, or have worked in these four LGAs in the past fortnight, you are subject to the new public health orders: City of Sydney Waverley Woollahra Randwick Until at least 11:59pm on Friday, July 2, anyone …

NSW Health records additional COVID-19 case, masks mandatory for public transport in Greater Sydney
3 years, 6 months ago

NSW Health records additional COVID-19 case, masks mandatory for public transport in Greater Sydney

ABC  

NSW has recorded one new locally acquired COVID-19 infection which authorities fear is the result of "very fleeting contact" with a previous case. Key points: Health authorities are reviewing CCTV footage showing exposure between positive cases A five-day mask mandate for public transport will apply exclusively to Greater Sydney The Premier hasn't ruled out the Baulkham Hills case being a …

NSW records no new cases of COVID-19 as restrictions continue
3 years, 7 months ago

NSW records no new cases of COVID-19 as restrictions continue

ABC  

NSW has recorded no new locally acquired cases of COVID-19 in the 24 hours to 8:00pm Friday night. Sydney hotel quarantine data Photo shows people wearing masks and pulling bags with wheels walk on the footpath COVID-19 cases acquired in India are escalating in Sydney's quarantine hotels, but are yet to exceed the number of infections from the US, NSW …

Nervous clubs send players for testing following new Sydney COVID case but NRL 'magic round' still on
3 years, 7 months ago

Nervous clubs send players for testing following new Sydney COVID case but NRL 'magic round' still on

ABC  

Sydney Roosters and Sydney Swans players are undergoing COVID testing after contact tracing revealed that New South Wales' latest coronavirus case visited a cafe close to their headquarters. Key points: NSW's latest COVID-19 case visited locations in Moore Park while infectious The Sydney Roosters and Sydney Swans train and work nearby Players have been sent for testing ahead of matches …

NSW warns other states over Sydney COVID-19 quarantine hotel infections
3 years, 8 months ago

NSW warns other states over Sydney COVID-19 quarantine hotel infections

ABC  

Health authorities in NSW have warned several people who could have been exposed to COVID-19 inside a Sydney quarantine hotel have already travelled interstate. Key points: NSW Health says four more return travellers who stayed at the Mercure Hotel need to get tested NSW Health says four more return travellers who stayed at the Mercure Hotel need to get tested …

NSW Health investigating possible COVID-19 transmission inside Sydney quarantine hotel
3 years, 8 months ago

NSW Health investigating possible COVID-19 transmission inside Sydney quarantine hotel

ABC  

New South Wales Health is investigating whether COVID-19 has spread inside a second Sydney quarantine hotel. NSW Health said they had tested negative on their day-two swabs in hotel quarantine, before subsequently testing positive for COVID-19 later during their quarantine periods. This latest incident comes just days after three people in one family acquired the virus from a family of …

Australian Open on alert as 2nd hotel worker tests positive for Covid-19
3 years, 10 months ago

Australian Open on alert as 2nd hotel worker tests positive for Covid-19

India TV News  

A second hotel quarantine worker tested positive for Covid-19 in Melbourne on Monday, the same day the Australian Open was scheduled to commence. Last Wednesday, a quarantine worker at one of the hotels directly linked to the Australian Open had also tested positive, forcing the cancellation of a day's play at lead-in events, reports Xinhua news agency. Victoria State officials …

One new COVID-19 case in NSW linked to Berala cluster, NSW Health changes overseas quarantine protocol
3 years, 11 months ago

One new COVID-19 case in NSW linked to Berala cluster, NSW Health changes overseas quarantine protocol

ABC  

New South Wales has recorded one locally acquired coronavirus case linked to the Berala cluster in Western Sydney. Key points: One new case has been linked to the Berala cluster, and NSW residents are being urged to stay vigilant NSW Premier says it's likely the so-called UK strain will become the dominant strain NSW health authorities are now doing exit …

SA police chief urges people to rethink all travel to NSW after new Sydney coronavirus cluster emerges
3 years, 11 months ago

SA police chief urges people to rethink all travel to NSW after new Sydney coronavirus cluster emerges

ABC  

South Australia's police chief has strongly urged people to rethink travel plans to New South Wales as the state battles a coronavirus outbreak. Key points: NSW identified a new COVID-19 cluster and 18 local cases on Wednesday SA authorities have warned new restrictions could be imposed at short notice Current travel restrictions require quarantine for travellers into SA from Greater …

WA's open border with Victoria in doubt after COVID-19 transmission in Melbourne
3 years, 11 months ago

WA's open border with Victoria in doubt after COVID-19 transmission in Melbourne

ABC  

The status of Western Australia's open border with Victoria has been thrown into doubt following the discovery of COVID-19 cases in the Melbourne community. Key points: Victorian travellers do not currently have to self-isolate on arrival in WA Victorian travellers do not currently have to self-isolate on arrival in WA But the new COVID cases in Melbourne could put an …

NSW records five local COVID-19 cases, Sydney NYE celebrations scaled back
3 years, 11 months ago

NSW records five local COVID-19 cases, Sydney NYE celebrations scaled back

ABC  

NSW Police have issued fines to several residents of Sydney's northern beaches who broke quarantine to attend a wedding reception. Key points: NSW frontline workers will no longer be invited to watch the fireworks on the Sydney Harbour fireworks NSW frontline workers will no longer be invited to watch the fireworks on the Sydney Harbour fireworks The state has announced …

Covid: Sydney cut off from rest of Australia following outbreak
4 years ago

Covid: Sydney cut off from rest of Australia following outbreak

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Authorities are trying to get to grips with the …

No new local cases of COVID-19 in NSW, Health Minister Brad Hazzard confirms
4 years, 1 month ago

No new local cases of COVID-19 in NSW, Health Minister Brad Hazzard confirms

ABC  

NSW health authorities are warning residents of south-west Sydney with "even the mildest of COVID-19 symptoms" to get tested after traces of the virus were detected at a sewage pumping station in the region. Key points: Two cases were recorded but both were in isolation within hotel quarantine NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian says the Queensland Premier is ignoring her Sydneysiders …

NSW Health Minister demands an end to Queensland border closure 'pettiness' as COVID-19 cases rise
4 years, 2 months ago

NSW Health Minister demands an end to Queensland border closure 'pettiness' as COVID-19 cases rise

ABC  

The NSW Health Minister has stepped up his attacks on the Queensland Premier over the strict border closure, calling her "cruel" for keeping Australians apart. Key points: NSW health authorities are still trying to find the source of three new cases Queensland has given NSW another 24 hours to trace those cases before re-setting the border clock Gladys Berejiklian argued …

People urged to stay away from Sydney beaches, NSW records no locally acquired coronavirus cases
4 years, 2 months ago

People urged to stay away from Sydney beaches, NSW records no locally acquired coronavirus cases

ABC  

Authorities are warning people to stay away from Sydney's eastern suburbs beaches, as the warm weather draws large crowds to the coast on the public holiday. Key points: Concerns are being raised about social distancing as crowds flock to the beach on the public holiday Concerns are being raised about social distancing as crowds flock to the beach on the …

NSW hits ninth day without any locally acquired COVID-19 cases
4 years, 2 months ago

NSW hits ninth day without any locally acquired COVID-19 cases

ABC  

NSW is continuing its positive streak in the battle to contain coronavirus, reaching the ninth consecutive day without any locally acquired COVID-19 cases. Key points: 51 people are being treated for COVID-19 in NSW 51 people are being treated for COVID-19 in NSW The state has carried out more than 2.7 million tests to date The state has carried out …

NSW records fifth consecutive day of no locally acquired coronavirus infections
4 years, 2 months ago

NSW records fifth consecutive day of no locally acquired coronavirus infections

ABC  

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has warned coronavirus could still be "lurking" in the community despite the state recording no locally acquired cases for the fifth day in a row. Key points: NSW Health is currently treating 50 people with COVID-19 NSW Health is currently treating 50 people with COVID-19 Authorities have warned the roads will be busier this long weekend, …

51 Sydney venues put on alert after visits from coronavirus cases
4 years, 3 months ago

51 Sydney venues put on alert after visits from coronavirus cases

Daily Mail  

There are now 51 venues across Sydney on high alert after they were visited by coronavirus-infected residents. Diners at popular Chinese restaurant New Shanghai Night in Ashfield, in the inner west, must self-isolate after a positive COVID-19 case visited on Friday September 4 Customers who visited the beer garden and pavilion at Albion Hotel in Parramatta from 8:15pm to 11:15pm …

Coronavirus Australia news: Victoria's local government elections to go ahead, Clive Palmer's case against WA adjourned
4 years, 4 months ago

Coronavirus Australia news: Victoria's local government elections to go ahead, Clive Palmer's case against WA adjourned

ABC  

Dr Coatsworth was asked about the curfew that's currently in place for metropolitan Melbourne, which restricts movement between 8pm to 5am. Here's what he had to say: "The short answer is there is a medical reason to do whatever you can to reduce mixing. "If it was clearly information available to the Victorian Government that suggested that, shall I say, …

New South Wales records 12 new coronavirus cases
4 years, 4 months ago

New South Wales records 12 new coronavirus cases

Daily Mail  

Sydney residents are on high alert after several popular venues were hit with coronavirus as New South Wales records another 12 new COVID-19 cases. NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has urged young people to reduce their social activities during the critical time as the government ramps up its fight against the coronavirus Two cases are still under investigation, one is a …

South Australian man returning from Victoria tests positive to COVID-19
4 years, 5 months ago

South Australian man returning from Victoria tests positive to COVID-19

ABC  

A South Australian man, who returned from Victoria earlier this month as an essential worker, has tested positive for COVID-19. Key points: A man in his 40s has tested positive for COVID-19 He returned from Victoria earlier this month and self-isolated Only three people are believed to be at risk of transmission from him SA Chief Public Health Officer Dr …

Police fine 60 revellers over Sydney house party, as Woolworths reports another COVID-19 case
4 years, 5 months ago

Police fine 60 revellers over Sydney house party, as Woolworths reports another COVID-19 case

ABC  

NSW Transport Minister Andrew Constance has blasted 60 people who attended a house party in Sydney's north-west, labelling their behaviour as "shameful". Key points: Police broke up a house party on Saturday night in Schofields attended by 60 people Police broke up a house party on Saturday night in Schofields attended by 60 people Another Woolworths store has reported a …

WA implements tough new restrictions on Victorian, NSW travellers amid coronavirus outbreaks
4 years, 5 months ago

WA implements tough new restrictions on Victorian, NSW travellers amid coronavirus outbreaks

ABC  

A 45-year-old West Australian man who recently returned from Melbourne has tested positive for COVID-19. Key points: Arrivals from Victoria will be forced into hotel quarantine at their expense Arrivals from Victoria will be forced into hotel quarantine at their expense NSW travellers will be tested for coronavirus when they land in Perth NSW travellers will be tested for coronavirus …

NSW coronavirus restrictions: What you can and can't do from next Friday
4 years, 5 months ago

NSW coronavirus restrictions: What you can and can't do from next Friday

ABC  

As the Crossroads Hotel coronavirus cluster continues to grow, NSW Health authorities are scrambling to tighten not only public gatherings but the monitoring of people out and about. Today's announcement of fresh restrictions will tighten movements of people at venues and public gatherings as NSW enters what officials are calling "COVID normal". Venues must have COVID-Safe registration with the NSW …

Returned traveller tests positive for coronavirus after being released from hotel quarantine, NSW Health confirms
4 years, 5 months ago

Returned traveller tests positive for coronavirus after being released from hotel quarantine, NSW Health confirms

ABC  

A returned traveller who was released from quarantine after testing negative to coronavirus has been placed back in isolation after testing positive. Key points: A Newcastle man tested negative to COVID-19 while in hotel quarantine A Newcastle man tested negative to COVID-19 while in hotel quarantine He developed symptoms after going home from quarantine He developed symptoms after going home …

Person diagnosed with coronavirus in NSW after recently returning from Melbourne
4 years, 5 months ago

Person diagnosed with coronavirus in NSW after recently returning from Melbourne

ABC  

A recent traveller from Melbourne is one of two people who have tested positive for coronavirus in NSW near the Victorian border, sparking a NSW Health investigation. Key points: One of the infected people travelled to Melbourne but returned to NSW prior to hotspot travel restrictions coming into force The case follows Gladys Berejiklian announcing the NSW-Victoria border will be …

How Victoria's coronavirus quarantine system has potentially left other states vulnerable
4 years, 5 months ago

How Victoria's coronavirus quarantine system has potentially left other states vulnerable

ABC  

Hotel quarantine arrangements are different in every state, and — as Australia found out this week — those small discrepancies can have big consequences. Key points: The NSW Government has so far picked up the tab of over $50 million for at least 25,188 people in quarantine The NSW Government has so far picked up the tab of over $50 …

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian says travellers from coronavirus hotspots in Victoria 'not welcome'
4 years, 5 months ago

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian says travellers from coronavirus hotspots in Victoria 'not welcome'

ABC  

The NSW Premier says anyone from one of Victoria's coronavirus hotspots is "not welcome" into the state and that people should assume everyone from Melbourne has the virus. Key points: Gladys Berejiklian said NSW has not considered closing the border to Victoria She urged the Queensland Premier to re-open her state's borders to NSW There were five new COVID-19 cases …

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