Lajamanu and surrounding homelands entered a lock-in at 5pm today for seven days. This is to minimise the movement out of these communities and manage the spread of COVID-19.
A total of 24 cases of COVID-19 have been recorded in Lajamanu in the current outbreak.
During a lock-in, residents can move freely within the area, but are not able to leave unless it is for an authorised reason.
A person must not leave a lock-in area unless the person is:
- an authorised officer or essential worker
- infected with COVID-19 and required to isolate outside of the area
- suspected of being infected with COVID-19 and requires testing or assessment for infection outside the area
- required to exit the area under another law
- exiting to leave the Territory.
A lock-in is also in place in Ampilatwatja, Milikapiti, Galiwin'ku, Milingimbi, Palumpa until 2pm on Sunday 6 February.
COVID-19 testing
Everyone should get tested for COVID-19 if showing symptoms. A number of NT Rapid Antigen Testing and Distribution Points have been established.
Individuals can collect RATs for free from NT distribution centres located in Darwin, Katherine, Nhulunbuy, Alice Springs and Tennant Creek.
To reduce the risk of COVID-19 spreading in our communities, it is important for everyone to follow all the health directions:
- Book your COVID-19 vaccine
- Check in using The Territory Check In App every time, everywhere
- If you have symptoms, stay away from others and get tested for COVID-19
- Wash your hands with soap and water and use hand sanitiser regularly
- Do not go to work if you feel sick
- Maintain a physical distance of 1.5 metres where possible.
