The Northern Territory has recorded 12 new cases of COVID-19 since our last update.
Four new cases are linked to the current cluster. This brings the total case count for the cluster to 144.
Two new cases are household contacts of previous cases in the Tennant Creek area. They were not infectious in the community. Two new cases are in the Katherine area and are likely to be linked to previous Katherine area cases. They are in isolation and contact tracing is underway.
Two new cases were locally acquired in household contacts of a traveller from interstate.
Six new cases are in interstate arrivals. They are all in isolation at home or at the Centre for National Resilience.
There are currently 18 people with COVID-19 in hospital, including one in ICU. The majority of admissions are for the purposes of infection control and assessment.
1,499 COVID-19 tests were processed across the NT yesterday.
It is important all Territorians and visitors get tested for COVID-19 if showing any symptoms such as a cough, fever, shortness of breath, muscle aches, change in taste or smell and a sore throat.
COVID-19 testing sites are open in Nhulunbuy, Katherine, Tennant Creek, and Alice Springs. Testing is also available at NT Health clinics in remote communities.
To arrange a COVID-19 test please book online or contact the COVID-19 Hotline on 1800 490 484.
It is important all people in the NT check the COVID-19 website to review the list of NT public exposure sites.
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.
