COVID-19
Service delivery updates & news relating to COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)
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More than 8 out of 10 are Locked Out in Lockdown
The Australian Council of Social Service has found that eighty-five percent of people receiving some form of income support are locked out of receiving any extra Covid Disaster Payment, pushing people on the lowest incomes to the brink of their ability to survive....
Residential Tenancy Support Package
The Residential Tenancy Support Package applies to eligible COVID-19 impacted tenants and landlords. It includes a freeze on evictions and assistance for landlords who reduce rent. Please note, the online application process for claims up to $4,500 will be available...
North Coast moving towards 70 % COVID Jab Target
The North Coast is continuing its trajectory towards having 70% of the eligible population vaccinated against COVID-19. The latest figures, as of 12 September, show 69% of the target population have had their first vaccine dose, while 40% have had their second. First...
Cabcharge Covid Vaccine travel support
Cabcharge are giving away 400 $50 travel vouchers until October 30 to assist people in New South Wales get to and from their scheduled COVID19 vaccination appointments. Anyone can apply for the Cabcharge voucher until October 9 or until vouchers run out. Go to this...
Cabcharge giving away $50 cab vouchers to help people get to their vaccinations
Cabcharge is giving away 400 $50 travel vouchers until October 30 to help people in NSW get to and from their scheduled COVID19 vaccinations. Anyone can apply for the Cabcharge voucher until October 9 or until vouchers run out. Go to this link:...
Steady North Coast vaccine demand as Pfizer supplies set to increase
More than 65% of people aged over 16 on the NSW North Coast have now had their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, and 36% have had their second dose. (Figures as of September 6). The Mid North Coast area is 5% higher than the national average, with 69% of people having...
Service NSW COVID 19 Check-in cards for people who don’t have a smart phone
The COVID-19 check-in card is a hard-copy (printed) card with a unique QR code that contains your registered contact details. When you enter a COVID Safe business, a staff member scans your card and your visit to the premises is electronically recorded. If the...
Specific vaccination targets needed to protect the vulnerable
The Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS) has written an open letter to National Cabinet urging it to develop vaccination targets that are specific to population groups and locations. ACOSS says National Cabinet must set specific vaccination targets for...
Some Fee-free TAFE courses available during lockdown
If you're currently in lockdown and want to upskill, you can with a fee-free* online short course, but places are limited. Courses are a mix of self-paced online or teacher-led virtual classrooms, which can pathway into a variety of full TAFE NSW qualifications....
New Public Health Orders require health professionals, aged care workers and school staff to be vaccinated
The NSW Government issued two new public health orders on August 26, 2021 requiring mandatory vaccination for health care professionals and aged care workers. The order does not include private primary care providers such as GPs, practice nurses and allied health...
ACON presents On-line forums: COVID Coping and Vaccinate with Confidence
ACON is presenting an online forum with the theme 'COVID Coping and Vaccinate with Confidence'. (ACON is Australia's largest health organisation specialising in community health, inclusion, and HIV responses for people of diverse sexualities and genders.) Figuring out...
NSW to make vaccinations mandatory for all health workers
NSW will make coronavirus vaccinations mandatory for all health workers, with a proposal to require first doses by September 30. Health Minister Brad Hazzard will sign a public health order in the coming days requiring compulsory vaccination after reaching an...
NOW OPEN | Aboriginal Affairs NSW COVID-19 Aboriginal Community Response Grants Program
COVID-19 Aboriginal Community Response Grants Program - NOW OPEN The COVID-19 Aboriginal Community Response Grants Program will provide small grants to support Aboriginal communities across NSW reduce their risk of being exposed to COVID-19 and enable them to manage...
Free COVID-19 Safety Packs for our community
Lismore City Council is operating two drive-thru services to distribute face masks, hand sanitiser and disinfection wipes to help the community stay safe during COVID-19. The COVID-19 protection 'packs' have been supplied by Resilience NSW. Each consists of 50 face...
Latest COVID-19 updates for NSW
The COVID-19 situation continues to evolve on the NSW North Coast. For the latest information, check the links below. ► Latest COVID-19 case locations and alerts in NSW (NSW Health) ► Byron Bay – get tested immediately (NNSWLHD) ► Mid North Coast venues of concern...