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Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Latest update
Residents who have been to, since 2 January, or are currently in the Greater Brisbane region will be required to take the following precautions while at work until 1am, Friday 22 January:
- You must carry a mask at all times.
- Masks must be worn in indoor venues, like shopping centres and supermarkets, gyms and workplaces if you can’t socially distance (where safe to do so), airports, places of worship, libraries, public transport, taxis and ride share vehicles.
- You don't need to wear a mask when you're outdoors at a safe distance from other people, in private vehicles or doing strenuous exercise.
For information regarding face masks, including suitable masks and how to wear them visit https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19/current-status/public-health-directions/mandatory-masks
Further information about easing of Greater Brisbane lock down restrictions can be viewed on the QLD Government website and www.covid19.qld.gov.au/.
Gladstone Regional Council continues to monitor and prepare for the impacts of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the Gladstone Region.
Council understands the concerns in the community, concerns for our loved ones, our health and finances.
Preserving our community’s safety and wellbeing is a priority and we are committed to supporting Queensland Health in their response to COVID-19. (Queensland Health Translated Resources).
Contact Tracing
From Wednesday 23 December 2020, licensed venues are expected to collect patron contact details electronically (e.g. QR code, member card scanning).
Queensland Health has prepared a fact sheet to assist businesses to understand the new requirements.
For the latest Queensland COVID-19 information visit www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19
COVID-19 Recovery Plan
Council has focused this year on positioning the Gladstone Region towards a brighter future post COVID-19 and has established a COVID-19 Community and Economic Recovery Group.
This group, led by Council, includes representatives from industry, tourism, social services and academia. Key stakeholders discuss emerging issues, opportunities and initiatives to assist the region recover from the health emergency.
Strategies outlined from the group will be implemented over the next 12 months and progress against these initiatives can be viewed here.
Community Support
Information and Health Advice
Visit the below websites for more information and health advice.
Organisation |
Details |
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Queensland Health |
Queensland Health website | Translated Resources 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) |
Australian Government |
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World Health Organisation |
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Children’s Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service |
Support Services
Organisation |
Details |
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Queensland Government Community Recovery Hotline |
1800 173 349 |
Lifeline |
Phone: 13 11 14 (24 hours / 7 days) Text: 0477 13 11 14 (6.00pm to midnight AEDT, 7 nights) Chat online (7.00pm to midnight, 7 nights) |
Kids Helpline |
Phone: 1800 55 1800 (24 hours / 7 days) Kids Helpline WebChat (24 hours / 7 days) Email (inbox is checked from 8am to 10pm daily) |
DV Connect |
Phone:1800 811 811 (24 hours, 7 days) |
National Debt Helpline |
Phone: 1800 007 007 (Monday to Friday 9.30am to 4.30pm) |
Services Australia (Centrelink) Information and services to help you if you have been affected by COVID-19 |
Affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) |
Homeless Hotline Support for if you are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness |
Phone: 1800 474 753 |
Resources
Organisation |
Details |
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Red Cross |
Translated Services
Organisation |
Details |
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Australian Government |
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Ethnolink Language Service |
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Translating and Interpreting Service |
Phone: 131 450 |
Translated COVID-19 information |
Council Facilities
Restrictions are in place regarding number of patrons allowed in Council facilities at any one time to ensure we can maintain social distancing.
We understand there are situations where you may not be able to maintain social distancing. It is recommended that you have a mask available so that if you find yourself in one of those situations, you have additional protection.
When visiting a Council facility you will be required to complete an online or physical form for contact tracing purposes.
We ask that visitors do not attend our facilities if you; have returned from overseas or a COVID-19 hotspot in the last 14 days, have cold or flu like symptoms, have been in contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the last 14 days. Interactions will be done as quickly and efficiently as possible to minimise face to face contact.
Visit Council's online services anytime, anywhere.
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COVID-19 Community and Economic Recovery Group Progress Summary - Quarter 1
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Phone:
(07) 4970 0700
Opening Hours:
8.30am - 5pm Monday to Friday
Postal Address:
PO Box 29
Gladstone Qld 4680
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Gladstone Regional Council would like to acknowledge the Byellee, Gooreng Gooreng, Gurang and Taribelang Bunda people who are the traditional custodians of this land. Gladstone Regional Council would also like to pay respect to Elders both past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Learn more about Council's Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).
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