As of Friday 21 January 2022, COVID-19 third dose (boosters) are available to anyone aged 18 and over who had their second dose of a COVID-19 vaccine three or more months ago.

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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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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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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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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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It's a tough time for doing business, but we're here to help. We’ve put together a comprehensive list of the resources available for your business while we combat coronavirus (COVID-19).

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Our immunisation program is continuing to operate, with some additional precautions to make sure everyone remains safe and healthy.

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Now more than ever, we need to work together, stay connected and be kind. We know that many of you may be feeling lonely and overwhelmed and we want to remind you of the importance of asking for help and the power of compassion. To help you receive or give support, we’ve compiled a list of community networks, charities and groups that are doing amazing work in our community and beyond. Online community groups Love Your Neighbour Melbourne Northside Melbourne Coronavirus Outreach Melbourne - COVID-19/Corona Virus - Mutual Aid Charitable organisations that could do with some help Asylum Seekers Resource Centre St Vincents Hospital Emergency Appeal Richmond Churches Food Centre Community led meal and home support initiatives Alex Makes Meals Other very important organisations Safe Steps – Family Violence Support Lifeline Headspace General kindness and compassion tips Smile! Pick up the phone and call someone who you think may be feeling lonely or scared. Go for a walk in nature and enjoy the sunshine and fresh air. Support a small business by purchasing a gift voucher for when we gain some normality again, grab some take-home meals or a coffee – take a look at our small business support page. Be kind and patient with people who are working on the frontline (petrol stations, supermarkets, medical facilities and chemists). Take this time to learn a new craft, do some art, practice yoga or get cracking on that novel you’ve been meaning to write. Switch off the news when it all feels too much. Offer to do the shopping or cook a meal for someone who is having a hard time. Have a virtual Friday night catch up with your mates, play board games, chat about what you’ve been doing or just watch TV together!

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Yarra City Council is temporarily closing its libraries and leisure centres from close of business today, (Tuesday 17 March), to try to help slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) within our workforce and the community

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Yarra City Council is temporarily closing its libraries and leisure centres from close of business today, (Tuesday 17 March), to try to help slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) within our workforce and the community

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To help slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) in our community, we have made several changes to our services, events and programs for the foreseeable future.

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Yarra Mayor Cr Misha Coleman said Yarra is calling on the Premier and relevant Ministers to work with councils in planning for future lockdowns.

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Yarra has awarded more than $410K worth of quick-response funding to 106 local small businesses, providing support to our business community as they face the significant challenges caused by COVID-19.

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The Department of Health and Human Services is providing COVID-19 testing at the public housing estates in Richmond, Fitzroy and Collingwood, with support from Yarra City Council.

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Its now mandatory for people in Melbourne and Mitchell Shire to wear a face mask or covering. Find out how to wear them and where to get them.

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Today Yarra City Council launched an exciting new grant program to help its business and retail precincts survive and thrive as we work toward a COVID-normal city.

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Stage 4 coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions changed slightly from 11.59pm on Sunday 13 September 2020.

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From 11.59pm on Thursday 17 June 2021, the COVID-19 restrictions across metropolitan Melbourne (including the City of Yarra) will ease further.

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From 11.59pm on Thursday 24 June 2021, the COVID-19 restrictions across Victoria (including the City of Yarra) will ease further.

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