Public Safety Advice

Stay informed with trusted information about events and issues that may affect your safety or wellbeing.

25 articles in this collection
Written by Caroline Halliday and Kate Shedden

COVID-19

New Zealand lockdown

Auckland will move to COVID-19 alert level 3 from 11.59pm on Feb 14, for three days. The rest of NZ is at level 2.

Written by Caroline Halliday
Updated over a week ago

Precautionary alert issued in Wollongong / SE Sydney

NSW Health has issued the following advice after a returned traveller tested positive after leaving hotel quarantine.

Written by Caroline Halliday
Updated over a week ago

COVID-19 restrictions in effect in Victoria

From 11:59pm 17 February 2021 Victoria returns to COVIDSafe Summer restrictions with some revised conditions.

Written by Caroline Halliday
Updated over a week ago

Perth and Western Australia lockdown

The lockdown in WA will end as planned, though restrictions in parts of WA will continue.

Written by Caroline Halliday
Updated over a week ago

Navigating COVID-19

With the situation continually changing across our region, it's important to know where to turn for trustworthy and up-to-date information.

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated yesterday

COVID-19 vaccine in Australia

News, information, approval process and plans for COVID-19 vaccines.

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated this week

Restrictions ease across Greater Sydney and NSW

This information was updated on Wednesday 24 February 2021.

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated yesterday

Travel between Australian states - where can you go?

The situation regarding travel during the holiday season is changing rapidly. Follow our guide to ensure you have the correct information.

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated over a week ago

COVID-19: Identifying the Symptoms

Particularly during allergy season it can be difficult to tell the difference between COVID-19, colds and allergies.

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated over a week ago

COVID-19 Advice - Australia

Stay up to date with trustworthy information and advice.

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated over a week ago

COVID-19 Advice - New Zealand

Stay up to date with the official information and advice

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated over a week ago

How can Sonder support me during COVID-19?

It's normal to feel anxious and confused - we're here to help.

Written by Caroline Halliday
Updated over a week ago

What are ‘flu-like symptoms’ and how does this relate to COVID-19?

Written by Caroline Halliday
Updated over a week ago

What should I do to help prevent infection?

General advice on how to minimise the risk of infection from COVID-19 and similar transmissible diseases.

Written by Caroline Halliday
Updated over a week ago

Misinformation and scamming

How to recognise, avoid and report scams

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated over a week ago

Scam impersonating Woolworths

Australians are being warned to avoid falling for a chatbot scam claiming to come from Woolworths.

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated over a week ago

Holiday Season Scams

Scammers taking advantage of holiday season

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated over a week ago

Virtual kidnapping scam

Authorities are warning the community about an elaborate phone scam targeting Chinese students, known globally as a ‘virtual kidnapping'

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated over a week ago

ATO Scam Alert - September 2020

The Australian Tax Office has issued a warning about fake tax debt scammers.

Written by Caroline Halliday
Updated over a week ago

Weather advice

Wild Weather

Storm preparation, floods, and sea-smart advice

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated over a week ago

How to be prepared for natural disasters

Do you have an emergency plan to ensure you're prepared for natural disasters such as bushfire, flood or cyclone?

Written by Caroline Halliday
Updated over a week ago

QLD Cyclone updates: stay informed of the latest

This article provides links to trusted sources of information during cyclone season in northern Australia (normally November to April).

Written by Caroline Halliday
Updated over a week ago

How do I prepare for fire season?

To protect yourself, your family and the things you value most it is important to be prepared.

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated over a week ago

What is a hazard reduction burn?

There is smoke in the air around me. What does this mean?

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated over a week ago

What do bush fire danger ratings mean?

Written by Kate Shedden
Updated over a week ago