From 11.59pm tonight, all of Victoria (including the City of Yarra) will enter a five-day lockdown to respond to recent cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the community.

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As restrictions continue to ease, it’s important we keep working to protect ourselves and our families from COVID-19.

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With almost 70 per cent of adults having received their third dose, Victoria will move into winter with most restrictions removed. 

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From 8pm Thursday 5 August, all of Victoria (including the City of Yarra) will enter a seven-day lockdown to respond to recent cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the community.

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Lockdown has been extended by 1 week and current restrictions in metropolitan Melbourne (including the City of Yarra) are set to remain in place until at least 11:59pm, Thursday 19 August.

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Council is asking everyone to play their part in reducing the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and helping keep our community safe.

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The Victorian Government has announced metropolitan Melbourne, including the City of Yarra, will remain in lockdown to respond to recent cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the community and current vaccination rate.

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From 11.59pm on Friday 17 September 2021, the COVID-19 restrictions across Victoria (including the City of Yarra) will ease slightly. This comes as Victoria reaches the 70% first dose target for COVID-19 vaccines.

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If you haven't been vaccinated, the time to book is now. Victoria is now moving towards 70% double dose of the COVID vaccine to keep the community safe and end the current lockdown.

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From 11:59pm on Thursday 21 October, the COVID-19 lockdown across metropolitan Melbourne (including the City of Yarra) will end. This news comes as Victoria reaches it’s 70% double dose target for the COVID-19 vaccine.

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We will be holding a COVID-19 vaccine community forum on Thursday 14 October to allow to the community to ask questions about AstraZeneca, Moderna and Pfizer from trustworthy and reliable sources.

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The State Government recently announced changes to the pandemic orders, with the aim of reducing the spread of COVID-19 and the impact of new subvariants.

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More COVID-19 restrictions to ease If you’re fully vaccinated, most COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted for you from 11.59pm tonight after Victoria reached its 90% double dose milestone. The main changes • No limits to home visits • No density limits or caps for hospitality • More people allowed to attend major events Some restrictions remain for everyone • Masks are required in indoor retail, public transport, taxi/rideshare and air travel • Masks required for hospitality workers • Masks required in primary school settings (Years 3 to 6) For a detailed list of the changes read the Premier’s media release.

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The Federal Government has announced that COVID-19 vaccines will be available for children aged 5 to 11 from 10 January 2022.

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If you’re planning a day at the beach, going for a holiday, or simply a summer full of fun with your family and friends, don’t let COVID-19 stop you this summer.

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Free Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) are now available for priority and high-risk community members to collect at a variety of Council sites

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We have announced a $7.46 million funding package to support our community and businesses through COVID-19, including grants for artists, creatives and live music venues.

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We’ve closed Yarra’s playgrounds and outdoor exercise equipment until further notice to help slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) in our community.

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We’re providing two new grants to assist some of Yarra’s residents hardest hit by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Yarra's Addressing Family Violence and Promoting Food Security quick response grants will fund a combined $145,000 in initiatives for community organisations to continue delivering essential services to our community. With the risk of COVID-19-related family violence on the rise, $50,000 of grants will help front line organisations in Yarra to respond the increased demand for support by residents at risk of experiencing family violence, or perpetrating family violence. The Promoting Food Security grants ($95,000) will also help not-for-profits and community groups provide food vouchers or meals to vulnerable residents, including people experiencing homelessness and social housing tenants. We’re also expanding our family violence outreach services and ensuring our delivered meals program keeps feeding over 120 of our clients during the pandemic. These grants follow the Creative Business and Creative Community grants announced in early-April. Additional grants are expected to be announced in the coming weeks as we continue to roll out our $7.64 million support package. Highlights of the grants Addressing Family Violence Quick Response Grants Up to $50,000 in grants available to frontline service providers and community organisations. Promoting Food Security Quick Response Grants There are two streams of grants available to community welfare organisations: To provide food vouchers for families in financial distress ($25,000 available). To provide food vouchers or food packages for people experiencing homelessness and vulnerable people, such as those unable to access Centrelink payments – e.g. international students and people on bridging visas ($70,000 available). For more information, visit COVID-19 Quick Response Grants.

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Yarra has made a $50 thousand donation to the Inner North Community COVID-19 Fund, to help soften the impacts of coronavirus (COVID-19) already hitting many in our community.

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