Covid-19
Following the recent National Cabinet meeting and announcements by the Prime Minister, Queensland will move into stage one of easing restrictions on Friday 15 May. Click here for more information.
Confused about what you can and can't do regarding government restrictions? Click here for clear and up-to-date information about:
- Good hygiene
- Social distancing
- Public gatherings
- Self-isolation
Rates concession - 'Non-essential businesses' in the Shire impacted by the Covid-19 restrictions can apply for a deferment of their rates until August 31, 2020. Click here for application form. For more information about this, see our media release or call the office 4742 4100.
COVIDSafe app has been developed by the Australian Government Department of Health to help keep the community safe from coronavirus (COVID-19). Together, let’s help stop the spread and keep ourselves and each other healthy. You can get it:
Google Play
The Australian Government has lauched the 'Coronavirus Australia' app that is a trusted source for news, information and advice. You can get it:
Are you feeling unwell and not sure what to do? Click here to take the Novel coronavirus quiz.
A message from Anne Schmidt, Flinders Medical Centre:
“It’s extremely important you make contact by ringing any health facility before arriving."
North West COVID-19 hotline - 47 44 4000 (8am - 8pm)
After hours hotline - 13 43 25 84
Financial Assistance and Grants Available
Here’s a list of sites that could be handy for you and your local business:
Getting business back on track - plenty of information that supports small business to recover, rebuild & prosper
Community recovery - fact sheet from the department of communities, disability serices and seniors
Federal Government subsidies to help cash flow - support for businesses to manage cash flow challenges and help retain their employees
Federal Government assistance to businesses - information and support for business
State Government support - Queensland small business support
Market diversification and resilience grants - for Queensland agriculture, food and fishing exporters and their critical supply chain partners
Equipment purchase grants - for new equipment purchases to support agriculture, food and fisheries directly impacted
Queensland COVID-19 Jobs Support Loans - QRIDA provide a new $500 million loan facility
General Advice
Queensland Health Information - current health status and advice for Queenslanders
Advice for travellers - restrictions for overseas travel
Great video on how to protect from Coronavirus - renowned doctor shares essential facts
Coronavirus health resources - a collection of resources for the general public and industry
Coronavirus information for employers - information for employers
Council is closely monitoring the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. For detailed information about what we are doing click here.
We can all do our part to beat the spead of this virus. Below are some simple steps you can take today.
