COVID-19 updates
Yass Valley Council is constantly monitoring the rapidly changing COVID-19 situation and providing regular updates.
COVID-19: What rules apply to regional NSW
Rules and restrictions that apply to regional and rural NSW to protect the community from COVID-19.
24 March 2021
FREE Yass COVID Clinic - new location
From Wednesday, 23 December 2020 at 1-3 MacDonald St, YASS.
22 December 2020
Rolling back of COVID-19 restrictions in NSW
On Monday, 7 December 2020, the NSW Government rolled back COVID-19 restrictions across the state, replacing the 4sqm rule with the 2sqm rule.
As a result, Yass Valley Council has made the operational decision to implement the following changes.
10 December 2020
NSW Government: Major rolling back of COVID-19 restrictions in NSW
The 2sqm rule will be expanded and venue caps will be removed under a major easing of restrictions in NSW.
2 December 2020
NSW Government: COVID restrictions eased in time for Christmas
More people will be allowed to gather both at home and in outdoor public spaces, and smaller hospitality venues can increase their capacity under a major easing of COVID-19 restrictions.
25 November 2020
WENDY TUCKERMAN: New primary school sooner for Murrumbateman
The Murrumbateman community will soon be benefiting from a new primary school sooner than expected with the 2020-21 NSW Budget NSW including funding for the new school - fast tracked as part of the Government’s COVID-19 Recovery Plan.
17 November 2020
COVID-19 Cross Border Sport Fund
Applications have now opened for the COVID-19 Cross Border Sport Fund. The COVID-19 Cross Border Sport Fund is part of the NSW Government’s Community Sport Recovery Package, specifically targeting NSW border grassroot clubs and associations that have been impacted by COVID-19.
13 November 2020
WENDY TUCKERMAN: Free preschool for families
Working families and young children in the Goulburn electorate will benefit from a year of free preschool with the NSW Government announcing funding for community preschools in 2021.
9 November 2020
Mayoral Message - November 2020
We are all still learning to adapt to our new COVID-19 normal and it is heartening to see the important people in our community – our First Nations people, our veterans and our community champions - acknowledged and celebrated as they should be during NAIDOC Week, on Remembrance Day and through our annual Australia Day Awards.
8 November 2020
Council’s COVID-19-safe swimming season this summer
Things might look a little different this summer but swimming season will still start with a splash when the pools open in Yass and Binalong at the end of October.
26 October 2020
COVID Summer Safe Plans
The Department of Planning, Industry & Environment (DPIE) has launched a webpage with resources to assist councils, public space managers, small business owners and the broader community with COVID-19 Summer planning.
15 October 2020
Outdoor dining and outdoor music performances- COVID19 restrictions eased
Restrictions for outdoor dining and outdoor music performances will be eased, under relaxed COVID-19 safety rules.
13 October 2020
Public Health Order revisions take place
A new Public Health Order came into effect September 28 concerning revised COVID-19 safety plans, checklists, and changes to restrictions on gathering and movement.
29 September 2020
Update on pop up Yass COVID clinic - drive thru in new location
The free COVID 19 clinic will be relocated to 1-5 MacDonald Street, Yass from Monday, 24 August.
24 August 2020
Mayoral Message - August
I’d like to once again thank the Yass Valley community for its cooperation, care and common sense as we continue our fight against COVID-19.
7 August 2020
Good news stories from our wonderful Library!
Our Library has been achieving some amazing things during the challenging COVID-19 pandemic. Read some feel-good stories here.
23 July 2020
2020 Murrumbateman Field Days cancelled
Murrumbateman Field Days continued planning contingently following the Australian Government announcing COVID-19 restrictions in late March but at 100 days out from the October event and the current NSW Public Health Order (4) only allowing a maximum of 500 ticket holders at non seated events, it became evident it wouldn’t be able to go ahead.
10 July 2020
New dates for NAIDOC Week
National NAIDOC Week 2020 celebrations will be held from the 8-15 November
10 July 2020
Tax Help at the Library cancelled due to COVID-19
Due to COVID restrictions and not being able to offer a safe place within the library to allow for social distancing, we will not be able to offer the face-to-face Tax Help that we have done in previous years.
6 July 2020
WENDY TUCKERMAN: Grassroots sport to benefit from recovery package
Grassroots sporting organisations across the Goulburn electorate are set to benefit from a $27.3 million Community Sport Recovery Package announced by the NSW Government.
18 June 2020
Update on Council managed halls, centres and sporting grounds
Council managed Community Halls and centres are now available for hire and can occupy up to 20 people, or one person per 4 square metres for the entire building (not each room/area).
17 June 2020
Adult and junior community sport to recommence 1 July 2020
Adult community sport can recommence at the same time as junior sport from the start of next month, as the NSW Government lifts more COVID-19 restrictions.
11 June 2020
Mayoral Message – June 2020
I write this as COVID-19 restrictions relax across the state. Students are back at school, local businesses are re-opening their doors and people are able to travel to our wonderful part of the world again. We are ready to welcome these changes - at a safe distance, of course.
9 June 2020
Library reopening - Stage One
The reopening of the Yass Valley Library will be done in stages. Stage One will come into place on Tuesday, 9 June.
1 June 2020
Reopening of Customer Service and VIC
Yass Valley Council will reopen its Customer Service at the Council Administration Building and the Yass Valley Information Centre at Coronation Park on Monday, 1 June 2020.
27 May 2020
COVID-19 pop-up clinic in Bowning
There’s a free pop-up/temporary COVID-19 testing clinic at Bowning on Thursday, 21 May.
18 May 2020
WENDY TUCKERMAN: Keeping Creative Kids Connected
Kids in the Goulburn electorate will be able to redeem the NSW Government’s $100 Creative Kids vouchers and stay connected to creative learning activities during social distancing restrictions thanks to an expansion of the program’s eligible activities and $1 million in funding to help program providers make the digital transition.
18 May 2020
COVID-19 Public Health Order Frequently Asked Questions
The Office of Local Government has updated its Frequently Asked Questions page to provide responses to a range of local government enquires as councils progressively ease COVID-19 restrictions in line with public health orders.
18 May 2020
First step in easing COVID-19 restrictions in NSW
As NSW takes the first step in easing COVID-19 restrictions, and in line with the new Public Health Order gazetted on Friday, 15 May, our playgrounds, outdoor gyms, dog park and skate park will begin to reopen for community use.
15 May 2020
Yass COVID-19 Testing Clinic
A free COVID Clinic has been set up at the Yass Hospital on weekdays from 10am-12pm.
14 May 2020
WENDY TUCKERMAN: New free courses to support Goulburn Electorate in pandemic
A total of 13 new fee-free TAFE NSW short courses are available online to assist anyone across the State who wants to upskill during the COVID-19 pandemic, following an overwhelming response to the initial suite of courses announced earlier this month.
30 April 2020
WENDY TUCKERMAN: Small Businesses urged to seek advice amid $14m program boost
Businesses in the Goulburn electorate doing it tough due to COVID-19 are encouraged to register for the NSW Government’s small business advisory program.
23 April 2020
COVID Community Support
A database of community groups in the Yass Valley supporting those most vulnerable during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis.
22 April 2020
WENDY TUCKERMAN: Domestic Violence support during Covid-19 Crisis
People experiencing domestic violence can be assured police and frontline services are ready to support them and their families as NSW continues to respond to the coronavirus threat.
22 April 2020
WENDY TUCKERMAN: Regulatory changes to take pressure off ratepayers, businesses and Councils
The NSW Government has made a series of regulatory changes to ensure council resources
continue to be focused on frontline COVID-19 response efforts and allow councils to provide
financial relief to businesses and residents.
21 April 2020
Click and Collect at the Library - BACK NEXT WEEK!
The Yass Library Click and Collect service will be starting up again next week - from Tuesday, 21 April 2020.
15 April 2020
WENDY TUCKERMAN - tax relief land package
Commercial tenants in the Goulburn electorate significantly impacted by COVID-19 will
have greater protection from evictions.
15 April 2020
A message from the Mayor - COVID-19
Our community has been faced with significant challenges this year, including drought, bushfires and now a world-wide health crisis in Coronavirus (COVID-19). It is an uncertain and unsettling time and we have all been forced to adapt to new and innovative ways of life as we unite to get through this pandemic together.
8 April 2020
WENDY TUCKERMAN - funding to combat isolation for seniors
Seniors at risk of social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic will be the focus of $600,000 in funding to keep our older community connected.
8 April 2020
Coronavirus (Covid-19) Update - Monday, 6 April
Based on the representations and feedback we have received from the Community and following a clarification of the NSW Health Minister notice, Yass Valley Council transfer stations will remain open as normal but under modified services as of midnight on Monday, 6 April 2020.
6 April 2020
Coronavirus (Covid-19) Update - 6 April
The NSW Government has issued an amended order on the closure of Caravan Parks.
6 April 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19) update - Friday, 3 April
In support of the NSW Government's public health order, and to continue to encourage people to stay at home and help slow the spread of Coronavirus, Yass Valley Council has ceased all face-to-face contact between staff and members of the public.
3 April 2020
WENDY TUCKERMAN - businesses asked to join the fight against COVID
Businesses across the Goulburn electorate are being encouraged to join the fight
against COVID-19 and start producing much needed medical equipment for NSW.
1 April 2020
COVID-19 Online Business Support Resources
Information relevant to Business Support Packages announced by Federal and State Government including direct links to support pages.
31 March 2020
TRANSPORT NSW - medical review for drivers over 75 deferred due to COVID-19
To ease the burden on the health system and protect vulnerable people, Transport for NSW has deferred the need for drivers over the age of 75 to undertake a medical review to confirm they are fit to drive.
30 March 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19) update - Thursday, 26 March
Yass Valley Council is constantly monitoring the COVID-19 situation and taking our advice and instructions from the Australian Government Department of Health.
26 March 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19) update - 25 March 2020
In line with the Australian Government's strengthened, broader restrictions, announced late on Tuesday, 24 March, the following will occur...
25 March 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19) update - 24 March 2020
There is a high likelihood that Council will stop cash transactions next week in response to this rapidly evolving health crisis. We ask that all members of our community assist us in minimising the risk of infection by conducting their business on-line or by card if attending Council offices.
24 March 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19) update - 23 March 2020
Yass Valley Council is monitoring the rapidly changing COVID-19 situation, especially in light of the strengthened restrictions announced by the Australian Government for non-essential venues.
23 March 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19) update - 20 March 2020
Yass Valley Council is constantly monitoring the COVID-19 situation and taking our advice and instructions from the Australian Government Department of Health. The health and safety of our community is our highest priority.
20 March 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19) update - 17 March 2020
Yass Valley Council is constantly monitoring the COVID-19 situation and taking our advice and instructions from the Australian Government Department of Health.
17 March 2020
