Community health and safety remains a top priority for the City of Greater Geraldton as the global Coronavirus outbreak continues to be monitored closely.

City of Greater Geraldton CEO Ross McKim said the City is monitoring the rapidly changing situation very closely and making necessary changes as needed.

In addition to the already implemented changes to facilities and programming, the following has been advised:

All playgrounds and skate parks including Pump and Jump Track at Spalding Park

-Closed from Monday 30 March 2020.

-All public BBQs will also be decommissioned during this time.

Ellendale Pool

-The road into Ellendale Pool will be closed from 12pm Monday 30 March 2020.

Community members are reminded that no more than two people are to gather in public places unless from the same household.

People aged over 70 should stay at home to self isolate and limit contact with others as much as possible. This also applies to people over 60 with chronic illness and Indigenous Australians over 50.

Businesses in Geraldton are advised there is relevant business links and resources on the City’s website at: https://www.cgg.wa.gov.au/covid-19-business-assistance-information.aspx

Customer Service at the Civic Centre and Mullewa District Office remain open however community members are encouraged to contact the City via phone or email, and use online services where possible during this period. If visitation to a City facility is necessary, please exercise social distancing.

All changes to City facilities and programming can be found here.

The Geraldton Airport also remains open and patrons should contact airlines in regards to flight changes.

Ongoing announcements regarding City programs, shows and events will be released on the City’s website and social media platforms.

The Department of Health are the lead agency for the COVID-19 situation and people are advised to visit their website as a true and accurate source of information.

Various resources for employers, schools and higher education, health, aged care, childcare, transport, travel and hotel sectors are available at the following websites:

National Coronavirus Health Information Line: 1800 020 080

Community members are advised to check the City’s website and Facebook page for the status of City events and to contact individual event organisers for updates on non-City run events.

That City would like to thank the community for their patience and understanding during this difficult time and please remain calm, together we will get through this.

Community members are reminded they can still contact the City through phone on (08)9956 6600 or email council@cgg.wa.gov.au