During these unprecedented times Advance Cessnock City have compiled important information and resources for everything you need to know about the new COVID-19 rules and restrictions and what it means for your business.
COVID-19 Current rules and restrictions
The NSW Government announced that the current COVID-19 restrictions have been extended and will remain in place until Sunday 28 February 2022.
Current restrictions in place relevant to our industries are:
• Hospitality venues, including pubs, clubs, restaurants and cafes, and nightclubs must follow the one person per two square metre rule indoors;
• Masks are required in all indoor settings (except residences). Masks are strongly encouraged where you cannot maintain a safe distance from others;
• QR code check-ins are compulsory at certain premises, including hospitality venues and retail shops;
• Singing and dancing is not permitted in hospitality venues, entertainment facilities, nightclubs, indoor music festivals and indoor major recreation facilities (except for weddings, performers, instructors and students);
• Effective 11 January 2022, singing and dancing by attendees at music festivals (both indoor and outdoor) is prohibited other than for performers who are performing or rehearsing on the premises.
Please read the Premier's full media release HERE. For information on what you can and can't do under the rules, please visit the NSW Government website for individuals HERE and for businesses HERE.
For important updates and information, you can monitor the NSW Health Website. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ring the Service NSW COVID Hotline on 13 77 88.
Information sourced from the Australian Government and NSW Government.
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Feeling overwhelmed?
The following are free services available 24 hours a day, seven days a week:
Mental Health Line - 1800 011 511
Lifeline - 13 11 14
Mensline - 1300 789 978
Kids Helpline - 1800 551 800
Beyondblue - 1300 224 636
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger call 000.
More resources available online from: https://headtohealth.gov.au/service-providers
What about the well being of your business?
We know that good business health supports good mental health, and vice versa. We want to ensure that small business owners have the tools to manage the challenges so they can focus on enjoying their business.
The ASBFEO's My Business Health portal provides links and resources.
If you're trying to improve your own mental health, or support somebody else with mental health issues, the Australian Government's Head to Health provides links to trusted Australian online and phone supports, resources and treatment options.