We know this is a very unsettling time and trying to find information can be difficult. We have created this list of useful links relating to COVID 19 with information, services and organisations you can get in touch with for a variety of reasons.
The latest COVID-19 News and Updates
Please click the below link to find the latest COVID-19 updates.
https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/what-you-can-and-cant-do-under-rules
COVID-19 Testing Clinics
Pandemic Leave Disaster Payment NSW
Support if you live in New South Wales and can't earn an income because you must self-isolate or quarantine, or are caring for someone with COVID-19: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/services/centrelink/pandemic-leave-disaster-payment-new-south-wales
Face mask information
Latest health advice on face masks from NSW Health: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/face-masks
How to wear a mask correctly from NSW Health: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/face-masks#how-to-wear-a-mask-correctly
COVID-19 Disability Information Hotline
Information and referrals for people with disability and their supporters about COVID-19:
https://www.dss.gov.au/disability-and-carers/information-and-referrals-for-people-with-disability-and-their-supporters-about-coronavirus-covid-19
Information on COVID-19 translated in Chinese, Cantonese and Mandarin
Information on COVID-19 (coronavirus) to keep you and your community safe:
https://www.nsw.gov.au/resources-for-your-community/chinese-cantonese-mandarin?fbclid=IwAR1Oxmsszns9edIRwivbN3U_R6c15MfDJe0WclWKa0dEm8ZCqjBBUuD0v_c
Financial Information during COVID-19
CCNB's Financial Care Coordinator has compiled this list of government websites that provide information for those experiencing financial hardship as a result of the Covid 19 pandemic.
https://ccnb.com.au/support/
Australian Government Apps
The Australian Covid Safe App is now available to download on your phone. For information about it go to the Government Health Site at: https://www.health.gov.au/reso…/apps-and-tools/covidsafe-app
The Australian Government has launched a new messaging service on WhatsApp and an app to keep people updated about coronavirus. Australia.gov.au/whatsapp
Government
Latest news and alerts on scams happening Australia wide
Scam Watch
Australian Government Services Australia
Centre Link
Register your interest in Service NSW customer service roles
NSW Government
Economic Response to the Coronavirus
Treasury
NSW Government announced the changes to residential tenancy law in response to COVID 19
What you need to know: Renting and COVID-19
Australian Government website on Education updates and information
Department of Education
Health
To find out all the updates in relation to COVID 19
Australian Department of Health
Facts and the latest updates from
NSW Health
Global and Health information relating to COVID 19
World Health Organisation
Coronavirus (COVID-19) resources for general public and industry
Australian Government Depart of Health Resources
Dementia and COVID-19: New help sheets available
Dementia Australia
NDIS Coronavirus (COVID-19) information and support
NDIS COVID 19 General
Coronavirus (COVID-19) information for people with disability
Couselling and Support - multiple organisations
https://www.whiteribbon.org.au/find-help/domestic-violence-hotlines/
Mental Health
The Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service can be contacted 24/7 on 1800 512 348
For further information and advice on looking after your mental health you can also visit
https://coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au/
Coronavirus (COVID-19) mental health support
Life in Mind Australia - Mental Health support
24 Hour Access to Crisis Support. Mental health and wellbeing during the Coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak
Lifeline Australia
Kids Helpline - 1800 55 1800 Any time, any reason.
https://kidshelpline.com.au/
Suicide Call Back Service
https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/
Local Council
Council websites with the latest information and updates that may affect you in your local area
Northern Beaches Council
Mosman Council
Willoughby Council
Lane Cove Council
Hunters Hill Council
North Sydney Council
Useful Telephone Numbers
Travel Advice
Australian Government COVID-19 travel restrictions and information for travellers
Australian Border Force
Department of Home Affairs