I have had a number of questions asked via a recent Facebook post and have shared the answers here. As promised, I have followed up on those which had answers outstanding.

Your updated COVID-19 related Questions Answered – 11 May 2020

I have had a number of questions asked via a recent Facebook post and thought I would post below the answers I have to date. There are others you may have so feel free to ask – there are still some I am awaiting clarification and specific details on.

I will update as these answers are provided.

Your COVID-19 related Questions Answered – 11 May 2020

Yesterday in Parliament I asked a number of questions relating to COVID19 in Tasmania and in the North-West in particular.

You can view the questions and the responses from the Government here: (noting that there are still some answers yet to be provided. I will publish these when they are received)

Legislative Council Thursday 7 May, 2020

The Tasmanian Government’s social and economic support packages are unprecedented in the history our State.

These Package comprises initiatives to support health, businesses and jobs, households and individuals, and the community.

Here is a comprhensive update on the Tasmanian Social and Economic Support Measures

As of Monday 4 May, additional COVID-19 restrictions were lifted on the North West Coast
But what does this actually mean?

More information here

Last week in Parliament I asked a number of questions relating to COVID19 in Tasmania and in the North-West in particular.

Here is an additional response which I received in relation to a question about the North-West COVID-19 outbreak:

Question - Legislative Council Thursday 30 April, 2020

Yesterday in Parliament I asked a number of questions relating to COVID19 in Tasmania and in the North-West in particular.

You can view the questions and the responses from the Government here:

Covid19 related questions - Legislative Council Thursday 30 April, 2020

COVID-19 continues to dominate the news and be of concern in our community. We all need to do our bit to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Whilst current cases are linked to the NWRH – we know there have been cases in the North West community. I have some important messages for you all and we are all relying on each other to prevent further cases and an outbreak in this area. 

Important information for West Coast residents 

I have been hearing from a number of people that they are having difficulties downloading the app. I am in no way a tech expert! That level of skill is way above my pay grade – however here are a few tips which may be of assistance gleaned through my own research.

Ruth's Troubleshooting Tips 

We know today there are 3 positive cases of COVID-19 that have been detected in recent testing in our community. Whilst the cases are linked to the NWRH – they are in our community. I have some important messages for you all and we are all relying on each other to prevent further cases and an outbreak in this area. 

Important information for Circular Head residents 

The NWPH maternity services are still being deeply cleaned and restocked and staffed and therefore are NOT open yet. All women due to birth soon should be re-locating to Launceston to ensure timely access to care and a full range of maternity services. The LGH provide an excellent maternity service and are working hard to ensure NW women are welcomed and well cared for.

More information is available here 

An update on the Government’s response to Covid-19 in the portfolio area of Trade has been provided by the Minister which you may find useful.

You can access the update here

An update on the Government’s response to Covid-19 in the portfolio area of Disability Services and Community Development has been provided by the Minister which you may find useful.

You can access the update here

An update on the Government’s response to Covid-19 in the portfolio area of Disability Services and Community Development has been provided by the Minister which you may find useful.

You can access the update here

 COVID-19 TESTING BUS WILL BE IN YOUR AREA THIS WEEK

The COVID-19 testing bus will be in Smithton and available for bookings through the Public Health Hotline – 1800 671 738 – there will be NO WALK-UP TESTING.

In Smithton, the bus will be located at Smithton Wellbeing Indoor Recreation & Leisure Centre (SWIRL), 110 Nelson Road, Smithton. Entry is only via the rear entrance via Grey Street and exit onto Nelson Street.

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An update on the Government’s response to Covid-19 in the portfolio area of Mental Health and Wellbeing has been provided by the Minister which you may find useful.

You can access the update here

A number of updates (as up to date as possible) on the Government’s response to Covid-19 in the portfolio areas of Education and Training have been provided by the Minister which you may find useful.

This one is on Training/Skills

A number of updates (as up to date as possible) on the Government’s response to Covid-19 in the portfolio areas of Education and Training have been provided by the Minister which you may find useful.

This one is in relation to School Staff

The Minister for Education and Training has provided a number of updates on the Government’s response to COVID-19 which you may find useful.

This one is in relation to support for Tasmanian year 12 students

The Minister for Education and Training has provided a number of updates on the Government’s response to Covid-19 which you may find useful.

This one is in regard to Child Care