The Murrumbidgee Local Health District is urging anyone who attended a funeral at Chambers Park, Tolland on Friday 5 November 2021 to come forward for COVID-19 testing.
This funeral was attended by a large number of people, including a person who has tested positive for COVID-19.
Anyone who attended the funeral is asked to isolate immediately and remain isolated until they receive a negative result, unless directed by NSW Health.
In response a COVID-19 testing clinic has been established at the Tolland Community Centre:
| Suburb | Address | Opening times | Bookings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wagga Wagga | Tolland Community Centre 41 Bruce Street, Tolland | Monday 8 November, 2pm to 4pm Tuesday 9 November, 9am to 3pm | Drop in Clinic. No appointment needed |
Further testing is available in Wagga Wagga as follows:
| Suburb | Address | Opening times | Bookings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wagga Wagga | MLHD testing clinic 84 – 86 Murray Street (between the pharmacy and the Australian Red Cross) | Open 7 Days, 9am to 4pm | Contact the clinic via the MLHD Hotline 1800 831 099 to book or walk ins accepted |
| Wagga Wagga | Laverty Pathology Riverina Playhouse Carpark, Tarcutta Street, entry via Cross Street | Monday to Thursday, 8am to 5pm Friday, 8am to 3pm Saturday to Sunday, 8am to 1pm | Drive-through clinic. No appointment necessary. |
| Wagga Wagga | GP-Led Respiratory Clinic 8 Tanda Place, Glenfield Park | Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm | Contact the clinic on 02 6971 5000 to book |
Symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, sore throat, cough, headache, runny nose, shortness of breath, fatigue, muscle aches or pains, and a change in taste or smell.
For testing locations across the District go to the Murrumbidgee Local Health District website, or for help accessing a test call the Murrumbidgee COVID-19 Hotline 1800 831 099.
