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NSW COVID-19 statistics
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NSW recorded 24 new locally acquired cases of COVID-19 in the 24 hours to 8pm last night from 59,941tests. There have been 195 locally acquired cases reported since 16 June 2021, when the first case of the Bondi cluster, a driver who transported international flight crew, was reported. Of these, 175 are now linked to the Bondi cluster. Check the latest confirmed exposure venues here. This information is being updated as cases are confirmed and locations are verified. More information here.
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NSW COVID check-in mandate expanded
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Use of the Service NSW QR code will be mandatory at all workplaces and retail businesses from Monday 12 July. From then, these businesses will need to display the Service NSW QR code and take reasonable steps to ensure people entering their premises check-in using the Service NSW QR codes or digital sign-in sheet:
- Retail businesses and supermarkets
- Individual shops within shopping centres
- Shopping centres will also be asked to display QR codes at entry points where practicable
- Gyms
- Offices, including call centres
- Manufacturing and warehousing
- Universities and TAFE
- Schools including teachers and visitors (such as parents and contractors) but excluding students.
Businesses such as hospitality and hairdressers that were already using the Service NSW QR code will also need to ensure staff and visitors such as maintenance workers and delivery drivers check-in, when they resume services after the lockdown period. Hospitality businesses will now need to extend the use of the Service NSW COVID-Safe check-in to all customers including takeaway orders. Read the NSW Government’s release here.
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Mass vaccination rollout boost
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The NSW Government will establish two new mass vaccination centres, plus a large clinic in the heart of the city in preparation for a larger supply of Pfizer vaccines, boosting the NSW contribution to the Federal Government’s vaccine rollout. The new sites add to the NSW Health 100 vaccination clinics and outreach locations across the state. One of the new mass vaccination centres will be established in South West Sydney at an old Coles building in Macquarie Fields, the other will be in the Illawarra in a former David Jones building on Crown Street in Wollongong – together they will deliver tens of thousands of additional jabs each week. These are in addition to the state’s nation-leading hub at Sydney Olympic Park, plus a second mass vaccination centre in the Hunter Region, due to open within weeks. In addition, a Sydney City vaccination hub site has been secured close to light and heavy rail lines that will serve city workers and residents through extended opening hours. Details from today’s announcement here.
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COVID-19 disaster payment available today for parts of Sydney
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The Federal Government has announced that eligible people who reside or work in seven Commonwealth declared COVID-19 hotspot Local Government Areas across Sydney and have lost their income due to the lockdown restrictions can now claim the COVID-19 Disaster Payment. Claims can be lodged now for people who reside or work in City of Sydney, Waverley, Randwick, Canada Bay, Inner West, Bayside and Woollahra. Eligible people in the additional declared areas of Greater Sydney, the Blue Mountains, the Central Coast and Wollongong will only be eligible to lodge a claim for the payment from 4 July. Read more here.
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Book your COVID vaccination through Service NSW
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You can get the vaccine now if you are 40 years of age or older, or match the eligibility criteria because of your job, health issues, or if you are caring for a vulnerable person. Vaccines can be booked through Service NSW here.
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Law Society COVID-19 portal
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For the latest information on COVID-19’s impact on the legal profession, including changes to court arrangements, government resources, and advice on CPD, remote supervision and workplace entitlements, check the Law Society of NSW’s dedicated COVID-19 portal here.
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Solicitor Outreach Service
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The Law Society of NSW’s Solicitor Outreach Service (SOS) connects NSW solicitors to confidential, psychological support. Call the Solicitor Outreach Service on 1800 592 296 for access to: up to three psychological sessions per financial year, paid for by the Law Society of NSW and 24/7 telephone counselling with a psychologist if you are in crisis or distress. Read more here.
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Key measures to lower taxes and create jobs
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Treasurer Josh Frydenberg announced today that key measures taking effect today [1 July 2021] will create more jobs and rebuild Australia’s economy. These measures will provide tax relief to millions Australians, incentivise businesses to invest and ensure the superannuation system works harder. The Government is delivering further personal income tax cuts to support more than 10 million low-and middle-income earners. These tax cuts are worth up to $1,080 for individuals or up to $2,160 for couples. This is more money to spend in local businesses, giving them the confidence to take on an extra worker, offer an extra shift or buy a new piece of equipment. Read the Treasurer’s release here.
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