Anyone who spits or coughs at a council worker can be fined $5,000 on the spot.
Tag: coronavirus
Cash-strapped councils accused of washing hands of staff
Some local government staff say they are being hung out to dry as councils implement cuts.
Will the public trust a COVID tracking app?
Experts say the government may face an uphill battle winning public trust in COVID-tracking technology.
Award a win for council staff during COVID-19
NSW council staff affected by coronavirus will be paid a job retention allowance under a new temporary award.
In survival mode, libraries innovate and adapt
One council is offering a home delivery service for vulnerable and elderly people.
Sydney’s biggest council bleeds $1.7m
Blacktown City Council is fighting to keep jobs and services as COVID-19 bites.
RFS chief Fitzsimmons to head new disaster agency
NSW Rural Fire chief Shane Fitzsimmons will head a new state disaster agency.
Councils’ message to visitors: stay away
It’s feared an influx of city people to NSW regions over Easter will create a health crisis.
Digital neighbourhood intelligence offers way forward
Digital community intelligence can help local government respond as the world stares down a global pandemic.
Aus Post turns medicine courier in battle againt COVID-19
Australia Post will use its express post network to provide a contactless pharmacy home delivery service.