Latest news in COVID-19 (Novel coronavirus)

As restrictions start to ease it’s important that we keep doing the simple things to help protect ourselves and others.

With the varying emotional responses surrounding COVID-19, this is the time to show solidarity as a community.

New brochure to assist residents with information on ‘where they can get assistance’ during these unprecedented times.

The Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) has reviewed the latest Public Health Directions in relation to the easing of COVID-19 restrictions across Queensland.

This weekend Council will commence a staged approach to reopening facilities which were closed as a result of the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent Public Health Directives.

South Burnett Regional Council is calling on volunteers in our community to join the #CareArmy.

Discussions and concerns around the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak and practising self-isolation can be stressful and impact our mental health and wellbeing.

Over 3 million Australians have voluntarily signed up for the COVIDSafe App, used to alert people who may be a risk of having contact with the virus.

From Saturday 2 May 2020, the Queensland Government has lessened restrictions on movement in Queensland, so residents will have more opportunities to go outside for enjoyment.

The South Burnett Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG,) in conjunction with the Queensland Police Service (QPS), urges residents to use a common sense approach regarding essential travel.

The South Burnett Local Disaster Management Group is aware of a small number of travellers in our region and advises all people to continue to follow directions issued by the Chief Health Officer.

The South Burnett Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) has this afternoon received advice from Queensland Health that a second case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) has been confirmed in the South Burnett region. This case will be managed by Queensland Health in accordance with care guidelines.

Media Statement from Mayor Keith Campbell

South Burnett Regional Council takes the health and safety of our staff and community members very seriously. Following the latest Australian Government restrictions, we wish to advise that all South Burnett Regional Council Customer Service Centres and Administration Offices will be closed to the public as of close of business this afternoon, Monday 30 March 2020 to limit the risk of exposure to COVID-19.

Amidst growing concerns regarding COVID-19 and recommendations from both Federal and State Government regarding gatherings and social distancing, Council advises that a review of current practices has commenced and changes to operations to limit the risk of exposure have been initiated.