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Covid-19 pandemic
City of Sydney service changes, latest news and testing information in our local area.
The safety of our communities, customers and staff is our top priority.
Our staff monitor and respond to the global Covid-19 (coronavirus) pandemic daily.
News and service updates
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If you're a local business owner we can help you access support from local, state and federal government. Call 02 9265 9333 or email [email protected]
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We've launched the City of Sydney OzHarvest Food Relief Appeal to help provide food for the thousands of Sydneysiders going hungry due to Covid-19
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A city recovery plan has been adopted by Council to guide our organisational, community and financial recovery.
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Our customer service centre at Town Hall House is open 11am to 3pm, Monday to Friday for 20-minute pre-booked appointments only. Our other customer service Centres are open on select days.
Looking out for our vulnerable residents
We know this is an uncertain time for our communities. Trained staff can provide information about coronavirus issues, access to food, finance, isolation and personal wellbeing. Call us on 02 9265 9333, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm for advice on non-emergency and non-medical information or referral to other services.
Read more about how our communities are working together to provide food relief.
Support for business
455 cash grants totalling $6.75 million will help businesses survive the economic impacts of the global Covid-19 pandemic, support organisations that are there for the most vulnerable and allow artists to continue to create.
Get tested
Testing numbers have dropped recently, which is a concern. NSW Health has renewed its call for increased testing across Sydney. Even if you have the mildest of symptoms like a runny nose or scratchy throat, cough, fever or other symptoms that could be Covid-19.
Testing clinic locations
There is a wide range of testing clinics in the local area, and GPs also offer testing:
- St Vincent’s clinic at the East Sydney Community Centre, 34-40 Burton Street Darlinghurst
- Sydney Hospital Emergency Department
- Central railway station clinic, 1 Eddy Avenue, Haymarket
- Kirketon Road Centre Mobile testing clinic Walla Mulla Park, Woolloomooloo
- Prince of Wales Hospital, 14B Avoca Street Randwick
For more information on testing clinics visit NSW Health.
The information on this page relates to the City of Sydney local area only.
View more information on the latest Covid-19 case locations and view a heatmap of cases by postcode.
Covid-19 Recovery Grants now open
Apply to pivot your business, revitalise our city centre and support the community.
Welcoming you back to our venues
Our venues and services are reopening in line with NSW Government guidelines. Find all you need to know and what to expect when visiting.
The priorities in our Covid-19 community recovery plan
How we’re helping our residents and businesses
Advice on wearing masks
The NSW Government is strongly encouraging greater use of masks in high-risk public settings to help prevent the spread of Covid-19. This includes:
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using face masks in indoor settings where physical distancing is hard to maintain, such as on public transport or supermarkets
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using face masks (where practical) in indoor settings with a higher risk of transmission, such as hospitality staff and customer-facing venues including cafes, restaurants, pubs and clubs
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using face masks while attending places of worship
Wearing a mask in any of these settings is not mandatory but is highly recommended, especially in areas where there has been community transmission.
City of Sydney News
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Learn how to present a safe event Join us at this interactive seminar to understand public health order requirements and receive guidance on Covid-19 safety plans.4 December 2020News
Mandatory changes to Covid-19 check in for hospitality venues and other businessesFrom Monday 23 November 2020, the NSW Government has announced customers must check-in digitally.24 November 2020News
Sydneysiders encouraged to download the Service NSW app to help businesses stay Covid-safeThe NSW Government has made it mandatory for many businesses to now have digital check-in. Downloading the Service NSW app helps businesses and the community.24 November 2020News
Learn more about the Covid-19 recovery grantsA free webinar will share everything you need to know.4 November 2020News
Energise a laneway with your artWe’re seeking sensory temporary creative projects to draw people to the city centre.2 November 2020News
New cultural, business activation and community Covid-19 recovery grants are now openAdapt your business, revitalise our city centre and support our communities.29 October 2020News
Have your say on our plan to re-energise Sydney’s cultural lifeView our plan and provide your feedback.23 October 2020News
Covid-19 restrictions eased for hospitality venues and outdoor music performancesThe NSW Government has introduced changes to allow more people to dine out together and attend live music.20 October 2020News
Supporting Sydney’s international students through the Covid pandemicWe’re working to coordinate services to give our vulnerable international students the support they need9 October 2020News
Halloween and Covid-19: how to celebrate safelySee the latest recommendations from NSW Health for 2020 Halloween celebrations.9 October 2020
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