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NSW SES Coolamon Unit

Locality: Coolamon, New South Wales

Phone: +61 132500

Address: 67 Bruce St N 2701 Coolamon, NSW, Australia

Website: https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Now more than ever, we all need to make sure we are following the instructions of NSW Health and the Federal Government on hand hygiene, social distancing and self isolating if you suspect you have been exposed to COVID-19.

25.01.2022 Operational Update: 13 February 20:46 As of this update, #Hornsby #SES have received 671 requests for assistance with 121 (18%) outstanding. Of the 121 outsta...nding half have been referred to the energy company or a contractor. As well as our regular Hornsby Crews, we also have assistance from out of area SES Crews from Wagga, The Rock and Coolamon. We also would like to thank Fire and Rescue NSW for supplying strike teams over the past few days. Our main aim is to complete all jobs as quickly and safely as possible and to prepare equipment for more possible severe weather over the next few days. For EMERGENCY assistance due to storms call the #NSWSES on 132 500. If life-threatening, call triple zero (000). NSW SES Coolamon Unit NSW SES The Rock Unit NSW SES Wagga Wagga Unit

24.01.2022 Our shire is full of hardworking and talented people who like to get in and get the job done. This includes clearing trees that have fallen over roads during strong winds or storms. This can lead NSW SES teams being sent to do jobs that may have already been done by members of the community before a Unit has arrived on the scene. As the combat agency for storms we would prefer you to call us on 132500 and we will handle the job.... However, if you choose to remove the tree/branch before the NSW SES can attend because you have the necessary skills, equipment, and Personal Protective Equipment - please contact us and let us know, so that we can attend other outstanding jobs in our area.

23.01.2022 COVID-19 Update: What you need to know & /: Supermarkets and pharmacies will be able to operate 7 days a w...eek 24 hours a day in NSW to ensure communities have access to essential goods at all times during the COVID-19 pandemic. The changes will be in place until the crisis is over. More at https://bit.ly/COVID-19-NSWSupermarkets-Pharmacies24-7 : Police now have the power to issue $1,000 on-the-spot fines for individuals and $5,000 for corporations not complying with directions relating to COVID-19, as part of a NSW crackdown on reckless behaviour to slow the spread of the virus. Officers will also no longer require a warrant to arrest an individual breaching a public health order. You can also report anyone who doesn’t comply with public health advice to Crime Stoppers online at www.nsw.crimestoppers.com.au : As of 11:59 pm tonight, further non-essential activities and businesses will be temporarily shutdown. For a complete list please visit https://bit.ly/COVID-19-NSW-Restrictions-on-Facilities : Parents and carers are strongly encouraged to keep their children at home (if possible). However, no child in NSW will be turned away from school. Schools will remain open for parents who want their children to attend irrespective of their profession or working arrangements. More at https://bit.ly/COVID-19-Schools-FAQs : A ban on all overseas travel for Australians is now place. Exemptions include citizens who normally live overseas; where travel is essential; where travel is in our national interest, where travel is on compassionate & humanitarian grounds. Australian borders have closed to everyone excluding Australian citizens, residents and immediate family members. Australians abroad, if you wish to return home, do so ASAP. More at http://smartraveller.gov.au : Latest NSW Health updates on COVID-19: https://bit.ly/33FKrnN Known flights with confirmed cases of COVID-19: http://bit.ly/COVID-19-NSWFlights Heat map of NSW confirmed cases of COVID-19: https://bit.ly/COVID-19-NSW-Heatmap Find the facts on COVID-19: https://bit.ly/COVID-19-NSW-FindTheFacts Find out if you need to get tested for COVID-19 with the Symptom Checker: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/symptom-checker/tool More info and advice on COVID-19: http://bit.ly/novel-coronavirus-covid-19 If you’re concerned you have COVID-19, please call the national Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice on 1800 020 080. If you require translating or interpreting services, call 131 450.

22.01.2022 CHANGES TO RESTRICTIONS FOR PUBS, CLUBS, CAFES AND RESTAURANTS FROM 1 JUNE Please help get the word out by sharing The Premier, Deputy Premier, John Baril...aro, NSW Treasurer, Minister for Health and Minister for Customer Service announced a short time ago that pubs, clubs, cafes and restaurants will be able to have up to 50 patrons from 1 June. The Premier stated this change was to help the state bounce back and get people back to work, and to help small businesses, which make up more than 90% of hospitality businesses in NSW. The 50 people rule enables more venues to open up (including clubs in the Cootamundra electorate) with this more viable number of customers, while still adhering to social distancing guidelines. Clubs and pubs with multiple cafes and restaurants can have up to 50 patrons in each - but they must still adhere to the 4 square metre rule. You can go to the pub or the club just for a drink - you don't have to eat. But you do have to sit down to help ensure social distancing. Some things still in place: These venues will need to continue to adhere to the 4 sq metre rule. Smaller venues may not be able to fit 50 people in. You have to be seated at a table - no standing around. Bookings of no more than 10 people. Keep practising good hygiene: wash your hands regularly and stay home if you feel unwell. No dancing just yet - these venues are only open for sit down bookings.

20.01.2022 Don’t worry - all you need is water and a detergent (surfactant) such as a bar of soap, body wash or shampoo. It doesn’t need to be expensive, or antibacterial.... The key to handwashing is to wash often and wash well, for at least 20 seconds. Find the facts about COVID-19 hygiene at: https://preview.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-and-ot

17.01.2022 COVID-19 What it means for Coolamon Shire As reports of the Coronavirus spreading throughout Australia, Council wishes to ensure that essential services deliv...ered by Council like road side bin collection, sewerage operations and road maintenance will continue and all services will be reviewed as the situation continues. As of 25 March, 2020, Coolamon Shire Library will be closed to the public. Other options are in place and encourage you to follow the Coolamon Shire Library facebook page for more information. Due to the vulnerability of the aged, all non-essential (extended families, appointments etc) visits to Allawah Lodge are not permitted. Other non-contact measures are in place and family members are asked to contact the Allawah Lodge for more information on how you can interact with residents. Council is adhering to advice directed from Government and Health authorities on how to best protect residents and visitors in our region. Services offered by Council are adhering to strict protocols and putting into place procedures to help minimise the spread of infection. Council will be encouraging residents of Coolamon Shire and visitors to practice good hygiene measures to do their part in minimising the spread. For up to date information on COVID-19 and current information please visit; https://www.health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/diseases/Pages/coronavirus.aspx https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/news-/coronavirus-covid-19 For up to date information about Council facilities and services please visit Councils website; http://www.coolamon.nsw.gov.au and Facebook sites Coolamon Shire Council Allawah Lodge Coolamon Early Childhood Centre Coolamon Shire Library Ardlethan PreSchool Visit Coolamon Shire

16.01.2022 Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) has issued a visitor policy for all MLHD hospitals to limit visitor numbers. The policy will restrict visitor numbers ...to one visitor per patient at any time. There are currently no confirmed cases of COVID-19 (coronavirus) in Murrumbidgee Local Health District. To protect the health of our vulnerable and elderly residents, we are appealing to members of the public to stay away from hospitals and aged care facilities if they feel unwell, or have symptoms of cold and flu, explains Executive Director Medical Service Dr Lenert Bruce. We can all play a part in slowing the spread of the virus by reducing contact between people unless absolutely necessary, especially those in our population who may be more vulnerable or susceptible to the illness because of age or weakened immunity. Visitors are also advised not to bring children under 12 years of age to the hospital. The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, sore throat and dry cough. Symptoms will generally appear 3-4 days after exposure to the virus but can be up to 14 days later. Members of the public are advised to minimise travel, increase personal awareness around hand hygiene and practice social distancing. Anyone who believes they have may have contracted the COVID-19 virus (ie: who are returned travellers, or who have come in contact with a confirmed case and are showing symptoms: fever, sore throat, dry cough and shortness of breath) are advised in the first instance to: call HealthDirect 1800 022 222, where a nurse will triage them over the phone and advise as needed or call the Murrumbidgee COVID-19 Hotline 1800 831 099, where patients will be triaged and if testing is warranted, will be booked into an appointment based on location contact your GP to arrange an appointment and let them know in advance if you have symptoms TIPS to reduce potential for transmission of the virus: avoiding crowds and mass gatherings avoiding small gatherings in enclosed spaces keep a distance of 1.5 metres between themselves and other people avoiding shaking hands, hugging, or kissing other people avoiding visiting vulnerable people, such as those in aged care facilities or hospitals. MLHD and MPHN encourage members of the public who need information to visit the NSW Health website at: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/diseases

16.01.2022 Weather Situation: Ex-Tropical Cyclone Esther is approaching New South Wales, deepening a trough over the western inland. Esther is expected to enter north-west... NSW during Wednesday, moving over the south-east of the state on Thursday, intensifying rainfall over parts of inland and south-east NSW as it crosses. HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING may develop across parts of inland and southeast New South Wales later Wednesday and during Thursday. Parts of the Upper Western, Lower Western, Riverina, Lower Central West, Southern Slopes, Snowy Mountains, Southern Tablelands and Australian Capital Territory may be affected. Localised higher totals are likely to be exacerbated by thunderstorms, which are most likely from Wednesday afternoon into Thursday. For areas recently affected by fires, heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslips and debris across the roads. A Flood Watch is also current for the Murrumbidgee, Tumut, Queanbeyan and Bulubula Rivers, with Minor Flooding possible. In addition Flood Warnings are in place for river systems in the Upper Western, resulting from previous rainfall. Conditions are expected to ease by Friday, as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Esther moves away over the Tasman Sea. Locations which may be affected include Canberra, Yass, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Tumbarumba, Griffith, Hay, Narrandera, Tibooburra, Wilcannia, White Cliffs and Ivanhoe. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water. * Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. * If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue. * Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. * After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides. * Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires. * For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AEDT Tuesday.

16.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in Central West Slopes and Plains, South West Slopes, Australian Capital Territory and p...arts of Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, North West Slopes and Plains, Riverina, Lower Western, Upper Western and Snowy Mountains Forecast Districts. Issued at 10:33 am Thursday, 5 March 2020. HEAVY RAIN, LOCALLY DAMAGING WINDS FOR INLAND AND SOUTHEAST NEW SOUTH WALES Plan Image Weather Situation: The remnants of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Esther, currently near the Queensland/New South Wales border, is feeding tropical moisture into New South Wales and generating widespread rain across much of the state. Ex-Tropical Cyclone Esther is likely to cross the New South Wales/Queensland border today, intensifying rain about parts of inland and southeast New South Wales, before the system moves over the Tasman Sea by Friday. HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible across parts of inland and southeast New South Wales today. Thunderstorms are possible, and likely to exacerbate rainfall rates and totals where they occur. LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL is possible with thunderstorms. For areas recently affected by fires, heavy rainfall also increases the potential for landslips and debris across roads. In addition, locally DAMAGING WIND gusts in excess of 90 km/h are possible today about eastern parts of the Upper Western, and adjacent areas of the North West and Central West Slopes and Plains. These gusts are most likely with thunderstorms. Conditions are expected to gradually clear from the west through today. By Friday morning the rain band will have shifted into the Tasman Sea, though a few showers and thunderstorms are expected to continue across much of the ranges and coast into Friday afternoon and evening. A Flood Watch is current for the Murrumbidgee, Tumut, Queanbeyan and Belubula Rivers. In addition, Flood Warnings remain current for river systems across the northern inland. Locations which may be affected include Canberra, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Deniliquin, Cobar, Bourke and Lightning Ridge.

12.01.2022 As of 8.00 pm on 25 March 2020 There have been a further three cases of COVID-19 identified in the Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) taking the total n...umber of positive COVID-19 results to 13. COVID-19 in MLHD Number of people tested for COVID-19 in MLHD 1,110 Total Confirmed cases in MLHD 13 COVID-19 in MLHD by Local Government Areas (LGA) Albury City LGA 4 Cootamundra-Gundagai LGA 1 Griffith City LGA 1 Federation LGA 2 Wagga Wagga City LGA 3 Greater Hume 2 Total 13 The new cases of COVID-19 located in Wagga Wagga and Greater Hume LGAs were confirmed yesterday afternoon. All cases notified were diagnosed after travelling overseas or being in contact with a confirmed case. All patients have experienced mild to moderate symptoms and are in self-isolation to ensure they do not transmit the virus. They are being managed at home with the support of their GP and a daily check up with local health services. When notified of a positive test result for COVID-19 the MLHD Public Health Unit commences a process called contact tracing. Contact tracing involves interviewing the person who has tested positive for COVID-19 to determine their movements while they were infectious and identify close contacts. A close contact is someone who has been face-to-face for at least 15 minutes, or been in the same closed space for at least 2 hours, as someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 when that person was infectious. Where individuals are identified as close contacts, the Public Health Unit tells these contacts they must isolate themselves for 14 days after they were last in contact with the case. A daily check-up process is set up for these people to monitor their health. This is done via an SMS process. If not all contacts can be identified after a person has spent time in a particular location an alert would be issued to warn people who may have been in that location at the same time as the case. The time between when a person is exposed to the virus and when symptoms first appear is typically 5 to 6 days, although may range from 2 to 14 days. For this reason people who are identified as close contacts are asked to self-isolate for 14 days. MLHD Advises: The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, sore throat and dry cough. Symptoms will generally appear 3-4 days after exposure to the virus but can be up to 14 days later. Members of the public are advised to minimise travel, increase personal awareness around hand hygiene and practice social distancing. Anyone who believes they have may have contracted the COVID-19 virus (ie: who are returned travellers, or who have come in contact with a confirmed case and are showing symptoms: fever, sore throat, dry cough and shortness of breath) are advised in the first instance to: Call the free-call coronavirus hotline 1800 022 222 and receive advise on the best course of action depending on your symptoms and risks. Medical staff will direct people to the nearest hospital or respiratory clinic, or advise them to stay home and self-monitor, or contact their GP, or Contact your GP to arrange an appointment (let GP practice know in advance if you have symptoms) or Call the Murrumbidgee COVID-19 Hotline on 1800 831 099 for assessment (7.00 am 11.00 pm) TIPS to reduce potential for virus transmission avoiding crowds and mass gatherings avoiding small gatherings in enclosed spaces keep a distance of 1.5 metres between themselves and other people avoiding shaking hands, hugging, or kissing other people avoiding visiting vulnerable people, such as those in aged care facilities or hospitals. MLHD and MPHN encourage members of the public who need information to visit the NSW Health website at: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//dise/Pages/coronavirus.aspx The NSW Government announced a $2.3 billion health boost and economic stimulus package to help tackle the COVID-19 outbreak last week. NSW Health will receive $700 million to assist in doubling ICU capacity, preparing for additional COVID-19 testing, purchasing additional ventilators and medical equipment, establishing acute respiratory clinics and bringing forward elective surgeries to private hospitals.

12.01.2022 Sunday is typically a day of rest and reflection. So as we are just over the halfway point of 2020, I would like to reflect on the year so far and acknowledge the efforts made in our community in these unprecedented and testing times. Even before the year began, we were dealing with bushfires on a scale that had not been seen in a long time. Our local NSW RFS - Riverina Zone Brigades, Fire and Rescue NSW Station 262 Coolamon, along with members of Coolamon Unit, NSW SES Wagga...Continue reading

09.01.2022 Over the last 3 days, the NSW SES Southern Zone strike team have been assisting NSW SES Hornsby Unit with storm jobs around their area. The strike team is composed of members from Coolamon Unit, The Rock Unit, Junee Unit, Wagga Wagga Unit, Cowra Unit and Albury Unit. As a team, we completed 93 jobs over the three days. Special thanks to Wagga Wagga Unit, Temora Unit, Junee Unit, The Rock Unit and Coolamon Shire Council for helping our remaining members keep our community safe... in our absence. #ses #teamwork #CoolamonShireCouncil

08.01.2022 To date, there have been no positive results for COVID-19 amongst people who have been tested in MLHD. What do you do if you are worried you may have contracte...d the COVID-19 virus? If you are a returned traveller, or have come in contact with a confirmed case and are showing symptoms within 14 days including fever, sore throat, dry cough and shortness of breath seek medical advice as follows: Call the free-call coronavirus hotline 1800 022 222 and receive advise on the best course of action depending on their symptoms and risks. Medical staff will direct people to the nearest hospital or respiratory clinic, or advise them to stay home and self-monitor, or contact their GP. Or Contact your GP to arrange an appointment (let GP practice know in advance if you have symptoms) or call the Murrumbidgee COVID-19 Hotline on 1800 831 099 for assessment (7.00 am 11.00 pm) People without symptoms do not need to be tested. If you need testing If you meet the criteria for testing, an appointment will be arranged for you to have a swab taken. MLHD has established two Testing Clinics in Griffith and in Wagga Wagga to enable people who meet the eligibility criteria to be tested. The COVID-19 Testing Clinics are for those most at risk with respiratory symptoms or fever, those returning from overseas or in contact with a COVID-19 case, or people like our health workers or vulnerable populations. More clinics will be established at other locations across the District over the coming weeks. Samples for testing can also be taken directly by GPs or your GP may refer to a private testing facility. Further information on testing is available on NSW Heath website. After testing Test results may take a few days to come back. You will need to be in isolation until the results of your test are available to prevent the virus spreading. If your symptoms become severe and you have shortness of breath, call head to your nearest Emergency Department. A positive test result (confirmed case) MLHD is well prepared to care for people who may be diagnosed with COVID-19. People with mild to moderate symptoms can be managed at home with the support of their GP and Murrumbidgee Local Health District’s virtual health services. Those who are more unwell may be admitted to an appropriate local hospital. Base Hospitals are equipped to support people with severe COVID-19 symptoms. MLHD has plans in place for the treatment and care of any one who may have contracted the virus and needs to be admitted to hospital. Isolation areas have been identified at each site and teams of speciality infection control nurses are out and about in hospitals providing support to front-line staff to maximise the safety of our healthcare workers and the community. Prevention The best preparation against contracting the virus is as follows: avoiding crowds and mass gatherings avoiding small gatherings in enclosed spaces keep a distance of 1.5 metres between themselves and other people avoiding shaking hands, hugging, or kissing other people avoiding visiting vulnerable people, such as those in aged care facilities or hospitals. MLHD and MPHN encourage members of the public who need information to visit the NSW Health website at: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/diseases ends

07.01.2022 The NSW SES is monitoring the ever-changing situation in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. The safety and well-being of our members, and the wider community is... our highest priority. The NSW SES is implementing several measures to ensure the continuity of our operations and support our volunteers. When calling for emergency help during floods and storms, the NSW SES will ask you for additional information, including whether you are currently in isolation or have cold / flu symptoms so our volunteers can take additional safety precautions when providing emergency help. The NSW SES will continue to support communities become better prepared for severe weather events and respond to communities in need over the coming months. While our NSW SES Response Team is traveling to your property, they may contact you via mobile phone seeking pictures or videos of the damage to your home or business. NSW SES volunteers will maintain appropriate physical distancing whilst at your property and may need to communicate with you via mobile phone in some circumstances. We may also provide self- help advice so you can do temporary repairs to your own home or business. We will only do this if appropriate and safe to do so, given the circumstances and nature of the damage and actions required to make your property safe. We appreciate your support whilst we implement these important measures so we can continue to provide emergency services to the community while protecting the safety of our volunteers. For emergency assistance in storms and floods call NSW SES on 132 500.

06.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning 1 Warnings Information About Severe Weather Warning Services IDN21037 ... Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Weather Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL For people in South West Slopes, Riverina, Australian Capital Territory and parts of Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains, Lower Western, Upper Western and Snowy Mountains Forecast Districts. Issued at 3:12 pm Tuesday, 3 March 2020. HEAVY RAIN WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY.FOR PARTS OF INLAND AND SOUTH-EAST NSW. Plan Image Weather Situation: Ex-Tropical Cyclone Esther is approaching New South Wales, deepening a trough over the western inland. Esther is expected to enter north-west NSW during Wednesday, moving over the south-east of the state on Thursday, intensifying rainfall over parts of inland and south-east NSW as it crosses. HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING may develop across parts of inland and southeast New South Wales later Wednesday and during Thursday. Parts of the Upper Western, Lower Western, Riverina, Lower Central West, Southern Slopes, Snowy Mountains, Southern Tablelands and Australian Capital Territory may be affected. Localised higher totals are likely to be exacerbated by thunderstorms, which are most likely from Wednesday afternoon into Thursday. Heavy rainfall over elevated parts of the warning area may result in localised landslips. A Flood Watch is also current for the Murrumbidgee, Tumut, Queanbeyan and Bulubula Rivers, with Minor Flooding possible. In addition Flood Warnings are in place for river systems in the Upper Western, resulting from previous rainfall. Conditions are expected to ease by Friday, as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Esther moves away over the Tasman Sea. Locations which may be affected include Canberra, Yass, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Tumbarumba, Griffith, Hay, Narrandera, Tibooburra, Wilcannia, White Cliffs and Ivanhoe. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water. * Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. * If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue. * Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. * After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides. * Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires. * For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AEDT Tuesday. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

05.01.2022 UPDATE: COVID-19 cases in our District As of 8am on 27 March 2020 There have been a further seven cases of COVID-19 identified in the Murrumbidgee Local Health ...District (MLHD) taking the total number of positive COVID-19 results to 20. Cases by Local Government Areas: Albury City LGA - 6 Cootamundra-Gundagai LGA - 1 Griffith City LGA - 3 Federation LGA - 4 Wagga Wagga City LGA - 4 Greater Hume LGA - 2 All cases notified were diagnosed after travelling overseas or being in contact with a confirmed case. Patients who have experienced mild to moderate symptoms are in self-isolation to ensure they do not transmit the virus. They are being managed at home with the support of their GP and a daily check up with local health services. Those who are more unwell may be admitted to an appropriate local hospital. You can read more here: https://bit.ly/2QOVZQ7

05.01.2022 From the BOM’s official Twitter account

04.01.2022 Novel coronavirus (COVID-19): There is no need to bulk-buy products at supermarkets including toilet paper, paracetamol and canned food. It is practical for ho...useholds to have a small stock of non-perishable groceries to cover the event that in the coming months the household has been asked to self-isolate for 14 days. However, it’s important to note the role of family and friends in supporting those in isolation and also to note that online grocery delivery services are now available in most areas of NSW. The best way to protect yourself is the same as you would against any respiratory infection. Practice good hygiene by: - cleaning your hands thoroughly for at least 20 seconds with soap and water, or an alcohol-based hand rub - covering your nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing with tissue or a flexed elbow - avoiding close contact with anyone with cold or flu-like symptoms. - making sure you stay home if you are sick. For more information visit: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//Pages/coronavirus-faqs.aspx

03.01.2022 This is a great initiative aimed at protecting vulnerable people within our communities

01.01.2022 With Coronavirus in the headlines at the moment, there is a lot of confusion about what to do. The present advice that we have received is: - Ensure that you practice good hand hygiene.... - If you develop symptoms, wear a mask as a precaution and seek the advice of your GP. - NSW Health is the primary agency for this situation in NSW, closely assisted by NSW Ambulance, so pay attention to the advice given by these agencies in the coming weeks. See more