Sewerage tests positive in Branxton

THE Branxton sewerage system has tested positive to Covid-19, however there are currently no positive cases identified. Read more…

Residents of Branxton are being encouraged to come forward for testing to identify undiagnosed cases and stop the spread locally.

The number of sewerage systems testing positive across the state continues to increases and new cases are being identified throughout regional NSW. See map of sewerage tests here: Sewerage testing and covid case by region.

Cessnock now has seven active cases of covid-19, but their sewerage has not tested positive.

The Cessnock gaol is on high alert following prisoners from Parklea gaol, where there are 12 cases of covid, were transferred to Cessnock gaol.

Inmates are being tested for covid and staff are now using full personal protective equipment on site. 

In Burthurst six staff at the local goal have tested positive to covid-19.