New COVID-19 cases in Southern NSW

Southern NSW Local Health District (SNSWLHD) has been notified 19 new COVID-19 cases in the 24 hours to 8.00pm last night.

This brings the total cases in SNSWLHD to 290 since the start of the current outbreak in June.

Of the 19 new cases:

• Eight are in the Queanbeyan-Palerang region. Two are linked to known cases. (One is in Queanbeyan, two are in Karabar, one is in Crestwood, four are in Jerrabomberra).
• One is in the Eurobodalla region. The case is located in Dalmeny and is under investigation.
• Ten are in the Snowy Monaro region. Three are linked to known cases. Seven cases are in Jindabyne and three are in Cooma.

Everyone in the District should be alert for any symptoms that could signal COVID‑19, including headache, nausea, sore throat, runny nose, cough, loss of smell or taste, or fever. If symptoms appear, people must isolate and get tested immediately, and remain isolated until a negative result is received.

There are more than 500 COVID-19 testing locations across NSW. A full list of SNSWLHD’s clinic sites and hours is available on our website: https://www.snswlhd.health.nsw.gov.au/our-services/infectious-disease/covid-19

Those aged 12 years and above are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccination. People can make bookings via the Commonwealth Government’s Vaccine Clinic Finder.

To help stop the spread of COVID-19:

• If you are unwell, get tested and isolate right away – don’t delay.
• Wash your hands regularly. Take hand sanitiser with you when you go out.
• Keep your distance. Leave 1.5 metres between yourself and others.
• Wear a mask at all times when outside your home, except when exercising.