Jervis Bay Territory State of Emergency extended

Assistant Minister for Regional Development and Territories, Nola Marino has made the announcement from November 9, saying "by doing this, the JBT community will continue to be protected and supported during this time".

"The health and wellbeing of the community the first priority," Ms Marimno said.

The State of Emergency declaration in the JBT under the Jervis Bay Territory Emergency Management Ordinance 2015 provides powers to key members of the JBT Emergency Management Committee, and Emergency Services supporting the JBT, to deal with public health risks associated with COVID-19.

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JBT residents should continue to follow Australian Government and state and territory government advice, including on travel restrictions, health, hygiene, physical distancing and self-isolation.

For further information, see www.health.gov.au or phone the Coronavirus Health Information Line on 1800 020 080.

And the Booderee National Park has re-opened to visitors, however entry restrictions may apply.

Please check the entry requirements before visiting Booderee National Park.

Camping at Booderee National Park has also re-started, with bookings now open.

Authorities have welcomed the return of visitors and campers as travel restrictions ease.

Parks Australia works hand in hand with the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community to manage Booderee.

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