COVID-19 INFORMATION

COMMUNITY SAFETY – COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) INFORMATION

The health and safety of our staff and community is Glamorgan Spring Bay’s number one priority and we are actively taking measures respond to the COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) pandemic.   

In the interest of public safety, we have made changes to the way we deliver services in accordance with advice from the Department of Health. Council has enacted its Pandemic Plan to ensure we maintain an appropriate level of service to the community.

To reduce the number of face-to-face interactions, we encourage you to interact with Council the following ways:

Protect yourself, protect others

Protect yourself and others by washing your hands regularly, maintaining physical distancing when you go out, and downloading the COVIDSafe app.

Call your GP or the Public Health Hotline on 1800 671 738 to be tested for COVID-19 if you have any cold or flu-like symptoms.

It is recommended that Indigenous people over the age of 50; people over the age of 65 with existing health conditions; and anyone over the age of 70 should continue to stay at home as much as possible to protect their health.

Community members are encouraged to check in on vulnerable residents by phone or online to provide social connection and see if they need assistance.

The Government has introduced a staged response to easing restrictions throughout the Tasmania.

Parks, Reserves and Playgrounds – are now open – social distancing must still be observed.  The playground equipment is not sanitised.

  • Unwell adults or children are not permitted to use the playground equipment
  • Unwell children should not play with other children
  • Wash your hands before and after using equipment
  • Stay at least 1.5m apart
  • Children’s hands should be cleaned thoroughly before and after using the equipment.

Useful resources:

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

State Government financial support

The Tasmanian Government is providing further support and economic stimulus to help businesses affected by COVID-19. See Stimulus and support for more information.

Australian Government financial support

Information about Australian Government support for businesses is available on the Treasury website.

Where to get help

National Debt Helpline

The National Debt Helpline’s (1800 007 007) financial counsellors provide free, independent and confidential advice to help you manage your debts or negotiate with creditors. The National Debt Helpline website also has step-by-step guides and useful information on how to deal with specific types of debts.

Business Tasmania

If your business has been impacted by coronavirus, you are encouraged to contact Business Tasmania on 1800 440 026 to discuss your situation and register your impact. You can also fill out the online form on the Business Tasmania website.

Tourism Tasmania

Information for Tasmanian tourism operators is available on the Tourism Tasmania website

Printable resources:

For a range of print-friendly posters, flyers and fact sheets please go to coronavirus.tas.gov.au/resources.

Mental health support:

If you are feeling distressed, seek support:

More mental health resources are available on coronavirus.tas.gov.au.

Emergency Relief support:

For emergency relief support including emergency food relief visit https://coronavirus.tas.gov.au/families-community/emergency-relief-support