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    Horsham Rural City Council councillor Robyn Gulline.

Mayor: Be patient and have a plan for COVID-19 isolation

Horsham mayor Robyn Gulline is encouraging the district community to be patient and understanding and to begin planning in the event they contract COVID-19 or are required to isolate.

Cr Gulline made the appeal in response to the number of COVID-19 cases rising in the municipality.

“We’ve seen already a number of businesses in the city that have had to reduce their hours because staff are either testing positive or are required to isolate,” she said. 

“This trend is likely to continue, so please be understanding, stay flexible and always be kind.



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“There are practical things you can do now to make sure you have the things you need at home if you or your family need to isolate.

“Make sure you have a few days’ supply of essential items, especially prescription medicines, and talk to family, friends and neighbours about how you can support each other if one household has to isolate.

“If you have no way of getting help, please call the Coronavirus Hotline on 1800 675 398.

“Horsham district led the charge when it came to getting vaccinated as early as possible and our high vaccination rates will give us the best possible chance of avoiding the most severe health impacts of COVID-19. 

“We are in a much better position to continue to live and work with COVID-19 in the community than we would have been previously.

“With so many of us getting vaccinated at the first opportunity, it means that booster shots are either due or will be soon. 

“This is one of the best ways you can protect yourself, your family and your community, so please book in for your COVID-19 booster as soon as you are eligible.

“Continue to follow the COVID-safe principles of wearing a mask indoors, social distancing where possible and checking in wherever you go with the Service Victoria app.

“I’m proud that the Wimmera’s capacity for community co-operation and compassion stands us in good stead during this time.”

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