Sydney COVID-19 and Flu rules updates.

For the Vaccinated and Unvaccinated in NSW.

Latest Update from NSW Health:

FEBRUARY 2023:

All adults are eligible for a 2023 COVID-19 booster dose.

Source: NSW Government.

🤗 Our dental clinic welcomes vaccinated and unvaccinated people.
Before making your appointment, please get in touch to learn more about the requirements to keep you safe in our dental clinic.

Previous Updates from NSW Health:

December 2022: End of mandatory self-isolation for people in NSW.

18 Nov 2022: COVID-19 cases rise.
NSW Health has updated the risk rating making an requirement to wear masks in all hospital areas and visitors monitored.

28 Oct 2022: COVID-19 support for vulnerable people extended to 31 Jan 2023.
It includes free access to rapid antigen tests (RATs).

From 14 October 2022: NSW Self-isolation Rules Changes

• Self-isolation is no longer compulsory for those who tested positive to COVID-19.
• Household and close contacts must follow the following guidelines.




Other important notices from NSW Health:

What to do if you test positive? Follow the advice of NSW Health for confirmed cases.

NSW Health strongly recommends people who are sick or have tested positive to COVID-19 stay home until their symptoms have gone.

Some restrictions will still apply for high-risk settings such as healthcare and aged care facilities.

Monitor your symptoms. If you are concerned you should call your GP, the NSW Health Flu and COVID-19 Care at Home Support Line on 1800 960 933launch or the National Coronavirus Helpline on 1800 020 080launch. If symptoms become severe call Triple Zero (000) immediately. Some people at higher risk of severe illness may be eligible for antivirals.

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From 9 September 2022: COVID-19 Pandemic Leave Disaster Payment changes.

Claims for Pandemic Leave Disaster Payments reduced from 7 to 5 days.

• If the worker is in a high risk setting, the isolation period will stay as 7 days.
• If the isolation period started before 9 September 2022, the current rules still applies.

Important Notes:


• People in self-isolation or caring have 14 days to claim the Pandemic Leave Disaster Payments from the start of the isolation period.
• To keep updated about Australian Pandemic Leave Disaster Payment rules, visit Service Australia website regularly.

Other rules change:

• Self-Isolation: You may leave self-isolation 5 days after your positive test if you no longer present COVID-19 symptoms.
• Mask: not mandatory wearing face mask on aircraft in NSW.

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26 August 2022
Free rapid antigen tests (RATs) are now available for Concession, Pensioner, Health Care, and Veterans cardholders, people with disability, their carers, and immunocompromised people in NSW. You can get RATs from Service NSW or local community centres. Concession card holders can access 10 Rapid Antigen Tests over three months until 31 October 2022.

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From 21 June 2022: No COVID-19 test is required for international travellers arriving in NSW upon arrival.
From 17 June 2022:You are no longer required to wear a mak at airports in NSW.
8 June 2022: Safe check-ins and Masks.

• Lifted the rule of wearing face masks at nightclubs, and large indoor music festivals, in addition to shops, offices, and most hospitality venues.
  
• Lifted the rule of wearing a mask or being vaccinated to attend large indoor music festivals.
⚠️ Businesses and organizations may still require the use of masks or check-in at their own discretion.

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🚸 23 March 2022: NSW school's Life returns to normal.
• Only additional RAT tests for students and teachers at every school in NSW and other proportionate measures to manage COVID cases in local areas are still required.

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👐 From 25 February 2022: NSW Restrictions ease on face mask use indoors and outdoors.


• The use of face mask is no longer required at shops, offices and most of hospitality venues.
  


• Mask is still required at public transport and the waiting areas; plans and at airport indoors.
  


• Mask is still required at public hospitals, private health facilities, residencial aged care or hostels .
  


• Mask is still required at indoor music festivals with more than 1,000 people.
  


• Vaccination required for indoor music festivals over 1,000 people.
  


• Singing and dancing permitted at all venues, incuding music festivals.
  


• Music festivals cap removed.

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🏳️ From 18 February 2022: more freedoms with the ease of the following restrictions:


• Density limits no longer apply.
  


• QR safe check-ins are required only for certain venues.
  


• Dancing and Singing permitted at all venues, except music festivals.
  


• Work from home may continue at the employer's discretion.

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🔬 From 12 January 2022

NSW residents tested positive for COVID-19 using a Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) must register with Service NSW. Learn more at this page on the NSW government site.

🎶 From 8 January 2022

No singing or dancing at hospitality venues, entertainment or major recreation facilities. See exemptions for weddings and performers here: at stay-safe rules nsw.gov site.

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✈️ From 31 December 2021

Even fully vaccinated international passengers arriving in NSW must get tested with the COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) and self-isolate until receiving a negative result.
For more information visit NSW Goverment international-travel site.
🚪 From 27 December 2021

COVID-19 Safe Check-in is required to enter hospitality and retail premisses, such as:
Shoppings, stores, restaurants, pubs, cassinos, nightclubs, hairdressers, spas, gyms, churches etc.
😷 From 24 December 2021

Mandatory face mask in indoor areas for all people over 12 years of age:
Added to the rules of 15 December is wearing a face mask while shopping, in a library and hospitality. Also strongly recommended in settings where you cannot physically distance. 📜 Other valid rules from 15 December:


• No indoors people density limits.


• Vaccination proof is only required to attend music festival with more than 1000 people, at airports and if you work in certain industries such as education, health/age/disability care, airport, quarantine workers and transport.


• Face mask is required indoors for people over 12 years old at public transport waiting area, on public transport, at airports, on aircraft flying above NSW and non-vaccinated hospitally staff.



Seeing the dentist is a valid exemption for the vaccinated and unvaccinated.

If you are not positive tested and need dental care, you can safely visit the dentist.

Get In Touch For More Information
📞 02 9566 2030



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Previous NSW Roadmap Key dates

• 15 December: COVID-19 restrictions further reduced in NSW.
  
  
• 27 November: NSW Government takes precautionary steps in response to Omicron variant regarding quarantine arrangements for overseas arrivals following the introduction of additional national border security measures.
  


• 7th November: NSW reached 90% fully vaccinated target.
  a) More new freedoms for fully vaccinated people.
  b) No change for the unvaccinated.
  


• 1st. November: regional and international travel freedoms and quarantine scrapped.
  


• 26 October: all remaining year school groups returned.
  


• 18 October: 80% vaccination new freedoms - preschools, kindergarten and Year 1 returned.
  


• 11 October: 70% vaccination mark - the reopening.



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Bulletin 07 Nov to 14 Nov 2021


update for the vaccinated and unvaccinated.


I - WHAT'S NEW?

Greater Sydney has passed the 94% fully vaccination target on 27-Nov-2021. More restrictions will be lifted when NSW reaches 95% target or on 15 December, whichever comes first.

According to nsw.gov.au site information, the new freedoms will aplly to the everyone: one dose, fully vaccinated and unvaccinate people. Until then, this is the latest news as highlighted.

HIGHLIGHTS



• Regional travel within NSW: No restrictions for the full vaccinated and children under 16 year old.
  
• International travel from and to NSW is permitted; however, with further boarder protection and 14 days quarentine because of the Omicron variant. Special attention to South Africa, Lesotho, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Namibia, Eswatini, Malawi, and the Seychelles. For details about NSW travel restrictions visit the NSW Goverment international-travel site.
  


• Face mask general rules:
  a) Mask free for outdoor settings. Smile!
  b) Required in indoors areas, public transport waiting areas, public transport and aircrafts.
  c) For detailed information about mask requirements and exemptions visit the NSW Government COVID-19 face-mask rules site.
  
  
• Home visits: no limit of visitors if all ocupants are fully vaccinated and over the age of 16.
  
• Restaurants and hospitality:restrictions were lifted.
  
• Oudoor gatherings and events: no limit for the fully vaccinated.
  
• Indoor recreations: up to 20 people can attent a group class. Music festivals are still prohibited.
  
• Weddings, Funerals and Places of Worship:no limit of attendees. Venue capacity to be respected. Density rules applies, 1 person per 2 square meters indoors and outdoors.
  
  
• COVID-19 safe check-in is still required still across businesses, venues and events.
  
• Vaccination evidence: you should carry the evidence with you all times. The Digital Certificate is available from the Service NSW App.
  



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Bulletin 17 Oct to 07 Nov 2021


Dental Care for everyone - vaccinated and unvaccinated.


I - WHAT'S NEW?

• Greater Sydney has passed the 85% double dose vaccination target; however, the social rules of 80% achieved in October 2021 apply for everyone transiting in Greater Sydney until we reach the 90% mark!>
  


• NSW regional and international travel is permitted, and quarantine scrapped:
  a) conditional on being or not fully vaccinated, the region from or to, and exposure in the past 14 days.
  
  
• Dine and Discover NSW vouchers for NSW residents aged 18+ worth $150 in total:
  a) 3 x $25 vouchers for Dine and 3 x $25 vouchers for entertainment and recreation.
  b) Valid until 30 June 2022. Conditions apply.
  
  
• Masks rules:
  a) Mask free for outdoor settings. Smile!
  b) Indoors areas & public transport: over the age of 12 wear a mask (except in office buildings).
  
  
• COVID safe QR code check-ins is still required still across businesses, venues and events.
  
  
• Digital Certificate. you can get your Vaccination Digital Certificate from the Service NSW App at https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/covid-19-digital-certificate.
  
  
• Visiting the doctor or dentist is a valid lockdown exemption for the vaccinated or unvaccinated. ✅
  





II - NSW ROADMAP OUT OF LOCKDOWN - UP TO 90% TARGET MINI GUIDE

Source: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/easing-covid-19-restrictions/80-percent.


Sydney has passed the mark of 85% of the double-vaccinated target in 1st November 2021. In addition, more freedoms were added to the fully vaccinated population.

But what about the one-dose or unvaccinated people?
No worries, we have you covered, too. 😊





1. Double Dose Vaccinated freedoms



• Visiting family and friends: cap at 20 people (excluding children < 12 years old).
  
• Gyms and indoors recreation: capped at 20 people per class with a density of 4sqm rule.
• Bookings at hospitality venues: up to 20 people.
  
• Nightclubs reopen for seated drinking only - no dancing yet!
  
• Retail shops and businesses: with indoors density limits.
  
• Theatres and Cinemas: 75% seated capacity.
  
• Places of worship: density limits apply.
  
• Weddings: up to 100 attendees.
  
• Outdoor gatherings such as picnics: capped at 30 people.
  
• Outdoor settings: up to 50 people.
  
• Controlled events outdoors: up to 3,000 people with density limit.
  
• Community sports permitted: capacity limits apply.
  
• Stadiums, showgrounds and racecourses: capped at 5000 people with density rules.


Medical exempt people and children aged under 16 year, generally follow the rules of the fully vaccinated.
You must carry vaccination evidence in case inspection is required.



Are you confident to show your beautiful smile around? 🏷

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2. Unvaccinated and single-dose People



• You can only visit critical retail premises, for example, supermarkets, banks, petrol stations, post offices, pet shops and dry cleaners.
  
• Allowed to visit the doctor and dentist.
  
• Allowed in places of worship: indoors density limits apply.
  
• Allowed to enter premises to provide an emergency service only.
  
• Allowed to receive home visitors for caring and compassionate reasons only.
  
• Allowed to enter constructions and renovations sites.
  
• Weddings venues:capped at 5 guests and no receptions.
  
• Outdoor settings capped to groups of 2 people.
  
• Restaurant and hospitality settings access via takeaway only.
  
• Non-critical retail via click-and-collect only.
  
• Must wear a mask indoors and outdoors.
  
• Ban from visiting hairdressers, spas, cafes, restaurants, pubs, entertainment venues, gyms, public swimming pools, sports stadiums, non-critical retail stores and other peoples homes. Fine of $1000 applies.
  


You, who are unvaccinated or have had a single dose, will remain restricted for now, but hey!
New freedoms for you will start by 1 December as NSW reaches 90% fully vaccination target.





III - NSW ROADMAP Key dates

From 11 October: 70% vaccination mark - the reopening.
From 18 October: 80% vaccination new freedoms - preschools, kindergarten and Year 1 returned.
From 26 October: all remaining year school groups returned.
From 1st. November: regional and international travel freedoms and quarantine scrapped.
From 1st. December: more freedoms to all NSW citizens, regardless of their vaccination status.




Ready to celebrate more freedoms coming soon with a beautiful smile?Get the BLACK FRIDAY! 🏷

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Bulletin 11 to 17 October 2021


Dental Care for everyone - vaccinated and unvaccinated.

1. ONE DOSE OR NOT VACCINATED?

Sydney dentist near me is open and provides dental treatment for those who are not fully vaccinated or are unvaccinated.

Many people ask our Sydney dentists: - "I am not fully vaccinated. May I book a dental appoitment?
Yes, of course.

Everyone who had one dose or is not vaccinated can seek professional help from the dentist regarding dental care. Oral health is an essential service and a valid exemption from NSW lockdown restrictions.

Also, there are cases of exempted groups, for example:


• People with medical exemptions.
• Children under 16 years of age.
• Freedom of construction site workers with check-in and mask.




2. FULLY VACCINATED AND EXEMPT PEOPLE - It's Time to Celebrate!

Feel Like a Breather or a Change? Now you can!

Imagine...


• family or friends gatherings? Up to 10 visitors at home.
  
• Sydney fine dining, cafes or Pubs? Up to 20 people per booking.
  
• Gyms, Yoga, swimming pools and sports? Up to 20 people.
  
• Stadiums, showgrounds, racecourses? Up to 5000 people + density rules.
  
• Weddings? Up to 100 people.
  
• Church? Density rules.
  
• Hairdresser, beauty, spas, nail salons? Up to 5 clients at a time + density rules.
  
• Shopping spree? Yay.
  
• Visit the dentist? Yes! Please.
  


So, in which order would you do those cool things?

Most people realise that they may have negleted their health and looks a little during the lockdown.
They are now looking foward to being at their best to meet with friends, family and loved ones.

What about you?

Our Sydney dentists at Dental Care Glebe can help you to have the best smile!
Reserve your appointment and be prepared to be greeted with big smiles and a warm welcome. 😃

Our dental clinic has a unique pain-free dental system that puts our patients at ease and relaxed in any dental treatment, using the latest technology, the highest quality products and all in a friendly, clean and relaxing atmosphere.

Convenient location, good vibes, near shops and cafes in Glebe near Sydney CBD, easy street parking.

We're open Monday to Saturday and our friendly staff are happy to meet you. Get in touch with us!

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Bulletin 05 to 10 October 2021


Are Dentists Near Me Open During Sydney Lockdown?

Yes, Dentist is open in Sydney and many people are getting ready for the reopening start at 70% double vaccination target as for the One Million Dollar Vax™ Draw! .

Whether wishing for the new freedoms starting soon or the MILLION DOLLAR VAX™ prize, many people became aware that they may have neglected their health and looks a little during the lockdown and now want to look at their best to meet with friends, family and loved ones.

Regarding new freedoms, gatherings and public spaces will apply only to fully vaccinated people and those with medical exemptions. Also, there will be even more freedoms after the 80% double dosed target.

According to the nsw.gov.au site last update on 5 October 2021, we already have 69.1% of people fully vaccinated in NSW! **The new freedoms start effectively on the first Monday after the 70% double-dosed vaccination target is achieved in NSW.**

For those up to the One Million Dollar cash prize, Craig Winkler, chairman of the Million Dollar Vax Alliance (philanthropy group), announced in the first week of October, across the Australian media streams, that the prize applies only to 18yrs or older Aussies who get at least one dose vaccination within and before the end of October 2021. The site to enter is https://milliondollarvax.com

You don't need to wait until NSW achieves the 70% or 80% double vaccinated target to visit the dentist and look after your oral health and smile. Dentistry is an essential health service and exempt from the stay-at-home rules!



• Feel pumped by our friendly staff in a clean, safe and friendly environment.
• Receive your high-quality and gentle dental care from a top Sydney dentist.
• Smile and be confident to enjoy life to the full.


Our Sydney Dentists are working safely and are happy to serve you with all your dental needs in general dentistry, restorative and emergency dental care. So book a safe appointment now!

CLICK HERE TO CALL US NOW on 02 9566 2030 >>


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Bulletin 23 August to 04 October 2021


Are Dentists Near Me Open in Lockdown?

Yes, you can search dentist near me and chances are they are open as you are allowed to visit the dentist if you live outside the 12 LGAs in Greater Sydney.

The current extended lockdown does not apply to essential health services such as dentistry.

Although it is important that you do not put off or delay going to the dentist if you are experiencing dental problems, we respect your decision either to seek dental treatment now or to delay it, but know that we are open to serve your oral health needs.

Our Dental Clinic in Glebe Sydney NSW is open and abiding with all NSW Health regulatory requirements to reduce the risk of virus transmission and to provide you a safe and secure visit to the dentist.
Moreover, we are taking all precautionary measures to ensure the safety of all our patients, dentists and staff.

Those measures include but are not limited to:



• Screening patients over the phone before the dental appointment for clinical and epidemiological criteria.
• Screening patients again upon arrival at our dental clinic.
• Screening our staff and dentists daily.
• Evaluating the schedule for dental procedures.
• Spacing appointment times between patients.
• Adopting physical distancing and square meter rules in the dental clinic.
• Providing easy pass through QR code.
• Frequent cleaning and disinfection of all areas of our dental clinic after every patient.
• Complying with all NSW Government, Dental Associations and Practitioner Boards guidelines.


If you are in doubt, please call us and our friendly staff will clarify your questions.

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Bulletin 01 to 22 Aug 2021


Are Dentists Open During Lockdown?

Dentists are open and visiting the dentist in Sydney continues to be an exemption from stay-at-home rules during this extended 'lockdown' restrictions period from 01 to 22 August 2021.

Our dental clinic is open to care for our patients' needs, working safely and effectively as we all strive through the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our Sydney dentists recommend that you call us to reserve your appointment and be screened over the phone to have a safe visit.

If you are already booked, call us before attending your dental appointment to be screened over the phone and feel safe to see your doctor.

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Bulletin July 2021


Visiting the Dentist exemption.

Visiting the dentist in Sydney is an exemption from stay-at-home rules.

Our dentists recommend that you call us before attending our dental clinic, be pre-screened over the phone and feel totally safe to attend your consultation.


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General Guide:
Visiting the Dentist During

COVID-19 Restrictions

It is common to have doubts regarding what is safe or not to do during this Coronavirus time.

Many patients have been contacting us to ask: - Is it safe to visit the dentist during COVID-19?

Yes, as long as your dentist follows all the Australian Dental Association guidelines by adopting all the appropriate risk management measures and PPE requirements while the pandemic lasts.

This includes your dentist responsibility to screen patients and assess the risk of transmission in the context of their practice and apply infection prevention and control precautions that address the level of risk of transmission

Throughout this COVID-19 pandemic, the

Dental Board of Australia

and the

Australian Dental Association

have been managing risks and establishing guidelines to the dentistry industry professionals.

Various levels of restrictions, on the services provided by dentists, have been established along the way to ensure that dental health practitioners adopt safe and secure systems in their practices to avoid contamination.

Fortunately, you can have all your dental needs cared for at regular opening hours, as dentistry is one of the services exempt to the current stay-at-home rules.

As circumstances may change at any time, we prepared the following brief for you, so you can bookmark this page and come back at any time and refer to it.




Level 1 Restriction to Present: Dental Practices are open on regular hours.

All previous restrictions were lifted from the 7th of May 2020. All dental practices could re-open as an exemption to Greater Sydney lock-down restrictions and perform all dental treatments during regular hours; however, incorporating extra care regarding COVID-19 safety precautions.

At this level, you can undertake all the procedures you need to, as concerns your most common dental problems, such as:

• Toothache
• Tooth decay (cavities)
• Gum disease (gingivitis)
• Cracked or broken teeth
• Sensitive teeth
• Mouth Sores
• Cosmetics (i.e. Dental Implants, Teeth Whitening, Porcelain Veneers, Invisalign etc.)
• Bad Breath
• Dental Emergencies

Attention: If you are at any hygiene risk and if you present clinical symptoms or being a confirmed case for COVID-19, any of your dental treatments must be postponed until you meet the health requirements!




Level 2 Restrictions: Emergencies Cases Only

Only emergency dental services are allowed.

However, all dental treatments that introduce the use of aerosols such as dental handpieces, ultrasonic scalers, and the air-water syringes were deferred as they can produce airborne contamination.

Dental implants and surgical teeth extractions should be referred to a specialist oral surgeon.

Note: The NSW Government and the Australian Dental Association have first restricted dental services from the 23rd of April to the 6th of May 2020.




Level 3 Restrictions: Urgent Cases Only

This is a very restrictive level. It limits treatments to urgent cases only, such as patients enduring acute pain, such as derived from root canal or extractions or who need immediate attention due to injured front teeth or any soft tissue pathology, such as ulcers.

Also, all dental treatments that generate aerosols (as mentioned on level 2) and dental implant treatment and extractions are to be referred to the specialist oral surgeon or maxillofacial surgeons.

The NSW Government and the Australian Dental Association have first restricted dental services from the 25th of March to the 6th of April 2020




What Are Our Precautions During COVID-19 times?

At Dental Care Glebe in Sydney, we screen patients before making appointments and again when entering the surgery.

Any at-risk patient is asked to defer any appointments. Everything is disinfected and disposable items utilized where possible.

Hand sanitizer present on coming to the surgery and patients asked to rinse with an antiseptic before any procedure.

Our dentists, hygienist and staff at Dental Care Glebe are here to make our patients visit to the dentist a safe, relaxed and pain-free experience.





Be safe.




Dr Maurie Coorey
Principal, DDSurg(hons) University of Sydney.



Stay in Touch!



Dental Care Glebe Sydney Dentists
Tel. 02 9566-2030
Add. 239 Glebe Point Rd. Glebe, NSW 2037.
5 minutes’ walk from the Broadway shops, easy street parking and bus stop at the door.




HOURS OF OPERATION ARE: 
Monday to Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 
Saturday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM