The Coronavirus (Covid-19) Pandemic - Information relating to the West Daly Region Community

The Covid-19 pandemic situation continues to evolve and is changing rapidly.  The West Daly Regional Council (Council) takes this matter seriously because the health and wellbeing of our Communities and Council staff is paramount.

Council is monitoring the situation closely.

For lockdown updates and travel advice, please refer to the following useful links:

• Current Covid-19 status in NT
• NT Government website
• SecureNT

For specific questions and/or advice please contact the Lockdown Advice Hotline on: 1800 193 111.

Any non-residents wanting to go into remote community must follow the requirements of land councils and local communities, including checking if there is a requirement to retain a land council permit to travel there. At this time there are restrictions and these are outlined in the Chief Health Officers Directions.  Click here to access Messages in language.

The risk of COVID-19 in our communities cannot be eliminated which is why it is important for everyone to follow all health directions:

•            If you have symptoms, stay away from others and get tested for COVID-19.

•            Wash your hands with soap and water and use hand sanitiser regularly.

•            Do not go to work if you feel sick.

•            Maintain a physical distance of 1.5 metres where possible. 

•           Cough or sneeze into your elbow.

•           Use tissues and dispose of tissues in a bin

All staff and guests entering Council property needs to use the Territory Check In App, more information about the App and how to download can be found here - https://coronavirus.nt.gov.au/stay-safe/check-in-app

To contact Council directly, please email: info@westdaly.nt.gov.au or phone: +61 08 7922 6403.