COVID-19 (coronavirus)
Stay up-to-date on the Coronavirus in the Bega Valley.
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COVID-19 testing clinics
The COVID-19 testing clinic is located in Bega. To find the location, go to the NSW Health testing clinics webpage.
Everyone in the shire should be alert for any symptoms that could signal COVID-19, including headache, nausea, sore throat, runny nose, cough, loss of smell or taste, or fever. If symptoms appear, people must isolate and get tested immediately, and remain isolated until a negative result is received.
For more information visit NSW Health's dedicated COVID-19 and venues of concern pages.
Further advice and support, including information on vaccinations
Southern NSW Local Health District in Bega is taking public bookings for COVID-19 vaccinations on a new online platform that offers a simpler and faster registration process.
People can view, reschedule or cancel appointments themselves, as well as select the date, time and clinic for their first and second dose vaccinations.
The booking system allows people to disclose medical conditions before they attend a clinic, which is then automatically reviewed to determine if vaccination is safe for them.
Translated COVID-19 resources can be found here: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/resources-other-languages
NSW Health is working closely with the Australian Government to implement a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccination program in NSW: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/health-and-wellbeing/covid-19-vaccination-nsw
NSW Health - https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19
NSW Government information for border communities
Victorian Department of Health & Human Services - https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
ACT Health - https://www.covid19.act.gov.au/
You can also contact the NSW COVID-19 Support Line on 1800 318 248.
Let’s remain vigilant
We all have a part to play in keeping COVIDSafe. We ask everyone to ensure you are familiar with the current COVID-19 restrictions and to follow COVIDSafe best practice wherever you are.
- Maintain a physical distance of at least 1.5 metres from others
- Practise good hand hygiene
- Stay active and healthy
- Take extra care if you're around vulnerable people
- Get tested if you have any symptoms, even if they are only mild
- Stay home until you get the test result, or are medically cleared.
Mental health support and wellbeing
Keep connected as a community by taking some simple steps.
- Stay informed. Use information from reputable sources including this website, the Australian Government website (https://bit.ly/2J5246N) and the NSW Government (https://bit.ly/2xhF0ip).
- Support others in our community. Look out for neighbours and family.
- Keep connected to your family, friends, work colleagues through phone, email and social media - maybe even write them an old school letter!
If you are worried or anxious, there is support:
- Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 or https://bit.ly/2xobRlR
- Kids Helpline: 1800 551800 or https://bit.ly/2Ui4rJO
- Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 or https://bit.ly/2xrGIOi
- NSW Mental Health Line: 1800 011 511
- Headspace www.eheadspace.org.au or call 1800 650 890
Headspace Bega is providing phone and video clinical support to young people aged 12-25. Contact headspace Bega on 1800 959 844 for more information.
© Bega Valley Shire Council 2024
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- 02 6499 2222
- council@begavalley.nsw.gov.au
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Zingel Place
PO Box 492
Bega NSW 2550 -
Monday to Friday 9.00AM to 4.30PM
Administration building Zingel Place Bega
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