A new case of COVID-19 in Byron Bay has led to the lockdown of 84 people for seven days.
The confirmed case is at the Aquarius Backpackers in Byron Bay and according to local Greens MP Tamara Smith ‘NSW Health have locked down the venue and all 84 people are in a seven-day lockdown in the premises’.
‘I’m told being supported with food, health and support,’ she said.
Police will be monitoring compliance of the 24/7 throughout the seven-day lockdown.
‘My thoughts are with everyone in that situation as it will be a tough time, and I will keep checking in to make sure that people are getting the support they need,’ said Ms Smith.
Extra cases for Ballina and Byron
The Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) also reported two COVID-19 cases to 8pm 23 November with one in Byron Bay and one in Ballina.
‘One of these cases is in the Byron Local Government Area, a household contact of an existing case. The other case is in the Ballina LGA and is under investigation,’ said Wayne Jones, Chief Executive NNSWLHD.
‘Even if you are fully vaccinated you should get tested and isolate immediately if you don’t feel well, because the quicker we can identify any new cases, the quicker we’re able to identify your close contacts and help stop any onward transmission to other parts of our community.’
There are 500 COVID-19 testing locations across NSW. To find your nearest clinic visit the NSW Government website or contact your GP.
If you have not yet received your COVID-19 vaccination, you can find your closest clinic or make a booking at the Australian Government’s COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Finder.
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