Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Council continues to monitor the evolving Covid-19 situation. To view the latest rules and restrictions, visit COVID-19 rules.

Latest Updates

To keep up to date with the latest case numbers and information regarding Covid-19 in NSW, please visit NSW Health, NSW Government or the Wingecarribee Disaster Dashboard.

Council Services

Council Services are being run in accordance with the latest COVID-19 rules and regulations. Please remember to sign-in using the QR code where available and please wear a mask.

The following table outlines the operating status of Council Services. Green means the service is open, yellow means the service is open with restrictions and red means the service is closed.  

Civic Centre         Open. Customers will be required to sign-in on entry via the QR code and wear a face mask. 
Council's 24/7 Contact Centre (4868 0888)       Open 
Resource Recovery Centre        Open 
Community Recycling Centre       Open
Waste Collection Services       
 Operating as per normal
Bowral Library        Open
Mittagong Library        Open
Moss Vale Library       Open
Mobile Library Van        Closed. For online and digital services visit library.wsc.nsw.gov.au
Moss Vale Aquatic Centre         Open
Animal Shelter       Open by appointment only
Water and Sewer        Operating as per COVID-19 guidelines
Infrastructure        Operating as per COVID-19 guidelines
Open Spaces        Operational for maintaining public safety
Recreation       Open
Recreation such as Club Rooms, Canteens and Change Rooms         Open
Bushcare and Rivercare Programs        Open
Halls         Open to regular hirers

Before and After School Care at Mittagong Public School

                 Open
Family Day Care           Open until further notice 
SRLX       

Open to buyers and agents as per COVID-19 guidelines.

Please note livestock buyers seeking to purchase cattle at the SRLX that stock can only be viewed and purchased on sale days only
Duty Planning Appointments        Conducted online
Southern Highlands Welcome Centre       Open 
Reviva Centre       Open
 
Increased COVID Testing for Sewage Treatment Plants

In a bid to keep our Shire COVID safe, Council is currently working with NSW Health as precautionary measure, to increase COVID testing at our Shires Sewerage Treatment Plants.

Council staff take sewage samples, which are then provided to NSW Health for laboratory analysis. The testing is performed by specialised laboratories which look for viral fragments of SARS-CoV-2. Fragments of the SARS-CoV-2 can shed from an infected person when washing their hands and bodies in sinks. 

For further information on the NSW Government’s COVID-19 Sewage Surveillance Program visit www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/covid-19/Pages/sewage-surveillance.aspx. Weekly surveillance reports can be viewed at www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/covid-19/Pages/weekly-reports.aspx. 

How to Protect Yourself and Others 

If you feel unwell, please get tested. The following are locations where you can get tested in our Shire;

  • Mittagong Respiratory Clinic - Located at 58 Bowral Rd, Mittagong
  • Mittagong Histopath Pathology Drive Through and Walk-In Clinic - Located at Mittagong Oval, 1A Old Hume Hwy, Mittagong 
  • Bowral and Districts outpatients Department - Located on Ascot Road, Bowral

Staying in Touch

Council will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates through our website, eNewsletter and social media.  

Business Support Services

Find links to Business Support Services.

Community Support Services

Find links to Community Support Services offering services related to health and social issues.

Council Support

Council recognises that it has a significant role to play in supporting local businesses and residents during the ongoing period of uncertainty caused by the Greater Sydney Area lockdown.

COVID-19 Guidelines and Fact Sheets

Find the latest COVID-19 Guidelines and Fact Sheets

COVID-19 Rules in NSW

Find out what the COVID-19 rules are in NSW and how to stay safe whether you are travelling, shopping, working or planning to visit family and friends.

COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Checker

NSW Health vaccination clinics and participating NSW general practices are open for COVID-19 vaccination bookings. To check your eligibility and book an appointment, please click on this link and view the COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Checker.

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics in NSW

Find the latest list of COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics in NSW

COVID-19 Vaccination in NSW

Find the latest information on COVID-19 Vaccination in NSW.

Find a COVID-19 Testing Clinic

Find a COVID-19 testing clinic located near you.

How to Add Proof of Your COVID-19 Vaccination to the Service NSW App

Provides a step by step guide, on how to add your COVID-19 vaccination certificate to the Service NSW App.

Latest COVID-19 case locations and alerts in NSW

Find out the latest COVID-19 case locations and alerts in NSW.

NSW Health Latest COVID-19 Updates

Find out the latest COVID-19 updates from NSW Health.

Public Health Orders and Restrictions

Find out the latest information regarding NSW Public Health Orders and restrictions.

Roadmap for Easing COVID-19 Restrictions

Roadmap for easing COVID-19 restrictions. Find out about the path forward for all NSW.

Self-Isolation Rules for Cases & People Exposed to COVID-19

Information regarding self-isolation rules for cases & people exposed to COVID-19.

Support Packages

2021 COVID-19 support packages available for Individuals, Businesses, Sole Traders and Small Not-for Profits.

Overview

The Southern Highlands, like the rest of the world, is currently in the midst of an event unprecedented in our lifetimes.

Combating the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is a global issue and it’s having a real impact on our lives.

We are monitoring developments relating to Covid-19 and assessing any potential impact on services and events.

If you feel unwell, please get tested at the Mittagong Respiratory Clinic, located at 58 Bowral Rd, Mittagong or at the Bowral and Districts outpatients Department located on Ascot Road, Bowral. 

To keep up to date with the latest information regarding Covid-19 in NSW, please visit NSW Health, NSW Government or the Wingecarribee Disaster Dashboard.

Useful Links

Find a COVID-19 testing clinic

COVID-19 vaccination in NSW

COVID-19 vaccine eligibility checker

Public Health Orders and restrictions

Case locations and alerts in NSW

COVID-19 guidelines and fact sheets

Help and Support

Support package for individuals and businesses

Your mental health and wellbeing

COVID-19 Vaccinations

COVID-19 vaccinations are now available if you are 40 years of age or older, or match the eligibility criteria because of your job, health issues or if you are a carer of a vulnerable person.

NSW Health vaccination clinics and participating NSW general practices are open for COVID-19 vaccination bookings. To check your eligibility and book an appointment, please view the COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Checker. If there is no appointments available at a location near you, please continue to visit the COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Checker as more vaccination appointments will soon become available.

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