The Southern Highlands and Goulburn have recorded zero cases of Covid-19 overnight, despite a third exposure site in Goulburn added to the list of venues of concern.
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No other venue in the Highlands or in Goulburn has been added to the list since July 20.
The Southern Highlands has two active cases in the area, however, Southern Highlands Division of General Practice spokesman Dr Vince Roche said it was not believed that the cases "presented a significant risk to the community."
A spokesperson from South Western Sydney Health District said that a total of 127 Covid-19 tests were conducted at Bowral and District hospital on July 20.
"There are no new COVID-19 cases in the Wingecarribee Shire. The two previously reported cases were not infectious in the community," they said.
There are zero active cases in Goulburn, however, there have been three venues across Goulburn and Marulan that have been added to the venues of concern list.
A Southern NSW Local Health District spokesperson said there were 90 Covid-19 tests conducted on July 21.
It was reported that there were 124 new active cases of Covid-19 out of 85,000 tests across NSW as of July 21, 8 pm.
A spokesperson from SWSLHD said people were urged to come forward for testing if they had any symptoms, "no matter how mild" to ensure the safety of the community.
Residents are also urged to check the NSW Government website regularly as the list of venues of concern and relevant health advice is updated as investigations continue.
There are two testing clinics in the Highlands.
Bowral and District Hospital. Open 8:30 am to 5 pm, seven days a week. Appointments are not required. Entry is from Ascot Road.
Mittagong Respiratory Clinic. Open 8 am to 5om, seven days a week. Appointments required, call 4800 9032. The clinic is located in the lower level of Mittagong Health Care Centre.
There are three testing clinics in Goulburn.
Goulburn Base Hospital and Health Service. Entry through the 'old' main entrance at Goulburn Base Hospital. Monday - Friday 9 am - 3 pm. Saturday and Sunday 9 am - 1 pm
Times above reflect extended hours due to increased demand.
Goulburn drive-through Seiffert Oval. Monday to Friday 8 am - 5 pm. Saturday and Sunday 8 am - 1.30 pm.
Goulburn Capital Pathology The rear of 127 Bourke Street enter via McNaught street between Vivid Smiles Dentist and RSM Accountants, follow the street around until the end.
Appointments are not required. Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Closed on Saturday and Sunday.
For your nearest testing clinic visit www.health.nsw.gov.au
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Vera Demertzis
Journalist at the Southern Highland News covering council yarns and community news. Got a tip or a story to tell? Email vera.demertzis@southernhighlandnews.com.au or call on 0427 250 908.
Journalist at the Southern Highland News covering council yarns and community news. Got a tip or a story to tell? Email vera.demertzis@southernhighlandnews.com.au or call on 0427 250 908.
