Skip to main content

How thousands of Australians could be back in the pub within WEEKS but it completely depends on where you live - as NSW's roadmap out of lockdown is finally revealed and vaccine rates SURGE in Covid hotpots

Thousands of Sydneysiders could enjoy a drink at the pub within weeks in a new government trial set to launch in some lucky suburbs, with NSW's roadmap out of lockdown indicating freedoms will be on the cards next month.

Residents in some suburbs will enjoy eased restrictions as soon as early October in a new initiative to test vaccination passport technology. 

The highly-anticipated freedoms will only be available to double-jabbed residents who can prove their vaccination status on the Service NSW app. 

It comes as the state's roadmap out of a seemingly never-ending lockdown is finally revealed, providing some light at the end of the tunnel for bored Sydneysiders. 

In mid-October when the double-jabbed rate reaches 70 per cent, the state will enjoy reopened pubs, restaurants, hair salons and places of worship, all with the one person per 4sqm rule.

Thousands of Sydneysiders could enjoy a drink at the pub within weeks in a new government trial set to launch in one lucky suburb (pictured, men drinking in Bondi in May 2020)

Thousands of Sydneysiders could enjoy a drink at the pub within weeks in a new government trial set to launch in one lucky suburb (pictured, men drinking in Bondi in May 2020)

The Ku-ring-gai LGA on Sydney's Upper North Shore (pictured) is also looking to be first in the door, reporting 24 active cases and 86.9 per cent of residents with one jab

The Ku-ring-gai LGA on Sydney's Upper North Shore is also looking to be first in the door, reporting 24 active cases and 86.9 per cent of residents with one jab

WHICH SUBURBS COULD SOON ENJOY A POST-LOCKDOWN DRINK?

*Mosman

*North Sydney

*Hunters Hill

*Gordon

*Roseville

*St Ives

*Wahroonga 

*Pymble

*Lindfield 

*Turramurra

Sporting crowds will return for the double-jabbed with capacity limits, as well as household gatherings with fully-vaccinated visitors only, with a cap on the number of guests

But pubs will only be opened earlier in October for trials in postcodes where vaccination rates are high and case numbers are low, 9News reported.

The NSW government has warned residents living in Sydney's Covid-ravaged west and southwest will miss out on the new trial. 

This is despite residents in those hotspots rushing to get vaccinated, with many of the suburbs well above the national average jab rate. 

Officials have argued the 'vaccination passport' technology needs to be tested before it can be rolled out state-wide. 

One of the lucky suburbs that could be selected for the trial is Mosman, with the suburb reporting only six active cases of the virus and more than 75 per cent of its residents single-dosed.

The Ku-ring-gai LGA on Sydney's Upper North Shore is also looking to be first in the door, reporting 24 active cases and 86.9 per cent of residents with one jab. 

Residents who live in suburbs such as Roseville, St Ives, Wahroonga, Pymble, Lindfield and Turramurra could look forward to a drink in just a few weeks time. 

It's the same story for fully-vaccinated residents in postcodes like North Sydney, Hunters Hill and Gordon, where active cases of the virus remain low. 

One of the lucky suburbs that could be selected for the government trial is Mosman (pictured) with the suburb reporting only six active cases of the virus and more than 75 per cent of its residents single-dosed

One of the lucky suburbs that could be selected for the government trial is Mosman with the suburb reporting only six active cases of the virus and more than 75 per cent of its residents single-dosed

NSW recorded 1,281 new Covid-19 infections on Monday amid warnings the outbreak will surge in the next week

NSW recorded 1,281 new Covid-19 infections on Monday amid warnings the outbreak will surge in the next week

John Green, the director of the Australian Hotels Association, said the trial will give the city's pubs a good opportunity for testing the new vaccination technology. 

'It just makes sense to put it into play, see how it works and then everyone benefits,' Mr Green said. 

However, Opposition Leader Chris Minns has slammed the trial and argued it wasn't fair that some residents got to enjoy the freedoms earlier than others. 

'You can't have a plan where one third of Sydney is under curfew but you can go out and get a rosè in the Northern Beaches and the North Shore, it's just not fair,' he said.  

Meanwhile, long-suffering residents in Sydney's west and southwest remain under the toughest lockdown restrictions in the state, including a controversial curfew.  

Deputy Premier John Barilaro claimed the curfews did more bad than good, with no health advice to back them up.

Despite surging vaccination rates in hotspot suburbs including Bankstown (pictured on Sunday), they are likely to miss out on new freedoms

Despite surging vaccination rates in hotspot suburbs including Bankstown (pictured on Sunday), they are likely to miss out on new freedoms

Pubs will only be initially opened in postcodes where vaccination rates are high and case numbers are low (pictured, a Bondi resident seen shopping)

Pubs will only be initially opened in postcodes where vaccination rates are high and case numbers are low (pictured, a Bondi resident seen shopping)

NEW FREEDOMS ANNOUNCED FOR DOUBLE-JABBED SYDNEYSIDERS

By mid-October fully-vaccinated Sydneysiders can expect to enjoy the following freedoms: 

*Pubs and restaurants will reopen for the fully-vaccinated in mid-October with a four square metre rule in place. 

*Hairdressers and barbers will reopen and vaccinated services in places of worship can be held with a four square metre rule. 

*Sporting crowds will be allowed to return to stadiums as long as they are fully-jabbed with limits on capacity. 

*Gatherings in households will also be permitted, as long as visitors have had two doses of a Covid vaccine with a cap on the number of guests.

Mr Barilaro argued the tough measure imposed on Western Sydney did little to reduce daily case numbers and has become a burden on residents' mental health. 

Locked-down residents in 12 LGAs of concern in Greater Sydney are not permitted to leave their homes from 9pm-5am unless they are an authorised worker or involved in an emergency or need medical care. 

Premier Gladys Berejiklian initially rebuffed calls to enforce the tough measure on Sydneysiders but relented after daily case numbers began to skyrocket and compliance in some suburbs began to dwindle.

In spite of the doom and gloom, vaccination rates in Sydney's Covid hotspots have begun to skyrocket well above the national average. 

Blacktown in Sydney's west is leading the charge with an impressive 86 per cent of its residents jabbed with a single dose of a Covid vaccine. 

Vaccination rates have rocketed in Sydney's LGA hotspots (pictured, Bankstown on Sunday) as locals heed the call to get jabbed

 Vaccination rates have rocketed in Sydney's LGA hotspots (pictured, Bankstown on Sunday) as locals heed the call to get jabbed

Sporting crowds will be allowed to return to stadiums as long as they are fully-jabbed with capacity limits in mid-October (pictured, young fans during a Sydney Swans game in April)

Sporting crowds will be allowed to return to stadiums as long as they are fully-jabbed with capacity limits in mid-October (pictured, young fans during a Sydney Swans game in April)

Campbelltown closely followed with 82 per cent of residents single-dosed, with Parramatta at 81 per cent, Penrith at 79 per cent and Strathfield at 78 per cent.  

The high rates come as residents are afforded a glimpse at the state's roadmap out of lockdowns following NSW hitting 70 per cent first-dose vaccination on Thursday. 

While the official plan has not been signed off on yet, government officials have said the highly-anticipated roadmap will be announced later this week.   

Pubs and restaurants will reopen for the fully-vaccinated in mid-October with a four square metre rule in place. 

Hairdressers and barbers will reopen and vaccinated services in places of worship can be held with a four square metre rule. 

Sporting crowds will be allowed to return to stadiums as long as they are fully-jabbed with capacity limits. 

NSW is well on its way to reaching the 70 per cent fully-vaccinated target (pictured, a woman is vaccinated in Sydney's Redfern)

NSW is well on its way to reaching the 70 per cent fully-vaccinated target (pictured, a woman is vaccinated in Sydney's Redfern)

Hairdressers and barbers are set to reopen in mid-October as well as vaccinated services in places of worship can be held with rules on social distancing (pictured, a woman gets her hair coloured in March)

Hairdressers and barbers are set to reopen in mid-October as well as vaccinated services in places of worship can be held with rules on social distancing (pictured, a woman gets her hair coloured in March)

Gatherings in households will also be permitted as long as visitors have had two doses of a Covid vaccine, with a cap on the number of guests.

Customer Service Minister Victor Dominello said he would work with the federal government to ensure residents could prove they were double-jabbed on the Service NSW app.  

'Service NSW and Services Australia are currently finalising the details of the trial,' Mr Dominello told NCA NewsWire.

'Its broader application will be subject to the government's reopening plan and the health orders.'

'Anyone double-dosed will have all their freedoms back and be able to go shopping, dine in restaurants, and 'do the things we've all been missing', Ms Berejiklian said in relation to when 70 per cent of the state was fully vaccinated

'Anyone double-dosed will have all their freedoms back and be able to go shopping, dine in restaurants, and 'do the things we've all been missing', Ms Berejiklian said in relation to when 70 per cent of the state was fully vaccinated

Ms Berejiklian said hitting 70 per cent single doses was an 'outstanding achievement' but though there was relief for some Sydneysiders, lockdown would only end when 70 per cent of the state was fully vaccinated.

Anyone double-dosed will have all their freedoms back and be able to go shopping, dine in restaurants, and 'do the things we've all been missing', she said.

Then at 80 per cent, the premier said international travel will finally return after more than 18 months, and thousands of stranded Australians will be welcomed home.

Modelling suggests NSW will reach the 70 per cent double vaccination target by mid-October, and then residents will finally be afforded freedoms to visit the pub, restaurants and stadium events.

NSW is the first state in Australia to reach the 70 per cent first dose target and will likely be the first to reach the second dose target as well, with 40 per cent full-vaccinated as of Monday.

Last week, the premier encouraged businesses to dust off their Covid safety plans and ensure their employees were vaccinated in preparation for mid-October. 

'That is certainly the date we're working towards. Initially it was the end of October, but because everybody is coming forward at the rates we're seeing people come forward, that could be as early as the middle of October,' she said. 

Sydneysiders have been afforded a glimpse at the state's roadmap out of lockdowns after the state hit 70 per cent first-dose vaccination on Thursday (patrons enjoy pizza in Bondi in May 2020)

Sydneysiders have been afforded a glimpse at the state's roadmap out of lockdowns after the state hit 70 per cent first-dose vaccination on Thursday (patrons enjoy pizza in Bondi in May 2020)

Ms Berejiklian also promised further restrictions would ease for those living in Covid hotspots once it was safe to do so.

'We know that between 70 per cent and 80 per cent of all cases are still coming from those areas,' she said.

'However, there are some councils we're looking at to see if we can relieve those burdens or even part of councils. That's ongoing work.'

It comes as healthcare workers across the state have been told to brace themselves for a surge in hospitalisations with daily infections to number more than 2,000. 

Modelling released by NSW Health on Monday revealed hospital intensive care units will be pushed to the brink as admissions are set to triple in October. 

However, Ms Berejiklian is still expected to announce an easing of some lockdown restrictions and assured residents ICU capacity could be expanded to 1,550 patients. 

'We certainly don't want to have to use all of those beds and staff because we know what pressure it will put on the system, but we want everybody to be reassured that the capacity is there,' she said. 

Operating theatres will be converted to makeshift ICU units while each staff member will be responsible for an increased number of patients, the modelling stated. 

The report reiterated the importance of vaccinations in Covid hotspots and stated jabs in arms was more important than reducing the number of daily infections.  

Modelling suggests NSW will reach the 70 per cent double vaccination target by October 21, and then residents will finally be afforded freedoms to visit the pub, restaurants and stadium events (pictured, patrons at a restaurant in Sydney in March 2020)

Modelling suggests NSW will reach the 70 per cent double vaccination target by October 21, and then residents will finally be afforded freedoms to visit the pub, restaurants and stadium events (pictured, patrons at a restaurant in Sydney in March 2020)

NSW is the first state in Australia to reach the 70 per cent first dose target and will likely be the first to reach the second dose target as well (pictured, women in Richmond in June 2020)

NSW is the first state in Australia to reach the 70 per cent first dose target and will likely be the first to reach the second dose target as well (pictured, women in Richmond in June 2020)

On Sunday, NSW hit the halfway mark to 80 per cent double vaccination that will allow it to treat coronavirus like the flu, open state borders and international travel.

The premier offered an insight into what life will look like when that hits 70 per cent, indicating there would be density limits in hospitality venues and QR codes when businesses reopened.

Capacity limits on large events will be maintained to ensure compliance with social distancing requirements.

And, most importantly, once the 80 per cent double jab target is reached, NSW will 'never have to do a statewide lockdown ever again', the premier promised.

NSW recorded 1,281 new locally-acquired cases of Covid-19 and five deaths on Monday. 

What are the four phases of opening up?

A. Vaccinate, prepare and pilot (from July 14)

Arrival caps cut in half to 3,035 a week; early, stringent and short lockdowns if outbreaks occur; trials of seven-day home quarantine for vaccinated arrivals in South Australia; medicare vaccination certificates available on apps like apple wallet   

B. Post vaccination phase (when 70 per cent are jabbed, expected late this year)

Lockdowns 'less likely but possible'; vaccinated people face reduced restrictions; caps for unvaccinated arrivals increased; a larger cap for vaccinated arrivals with 'reduced quarantine requirements'; capped entry for students and economic visa holders  

C. Consolidation phase (when 80 per cent are jabbed, time not announced)

Lifting all restrictions for outbound travel for vaccinated travellers; no caps for vaccinated arrivals; increased caps for students and visa holders; more travel bubbles being set up with countries such as Singapore; booster shots rolled out 

D. Final phase (percentage or time not announced)

Uncapped arrivals for vaccinated people without any quarantine and uncapped arrivals for unvaccinated people with testing before departure and on arrival 

What are the four phases of opening up?

A. Vaccinate, prepare and pilot (from July 14)

Arrival caps cut in half to 3,035 a week; early, stringent and short lockdowns if outbreaks occur; trials of seven-day home quarantine for vaccinated arrivals in South Australia; medicare vaccination certificates available on apps like apple wallet   

B. Post vaccination phase (when 70 per cent are jabbed, expected late this year)

Lockdowns 'less likely but possible'; vaccinated people face reduced restrictions; caps for unvaccinated arrivals increased; a larger cap for vaccinated arrivals with 'reduced quarantine requirements'; capped entry for students and economic visa holders  

C. Consolidation phase (when 80 per cent are jabbed, time not announced)

Lifting all restrictions for outbound travel for vaccinated travellers; no caps for vaccinated arrivals; increased caps for students and visa holders; more travel bubbles being set up with countries such as Singapore; booster shots rolled out 

D. Final phase (percentage or time not announced)

Uncapped arrivals for vaccinated people without any quarantine and uncapped arrivals for unvaccinated people with testing before departure and on arrival 

Popular posts from this blog

Study Abroad USA, College of Charleston, Popular Courses, Alumni

Thinking for Study Abroad USA. School of Charleston, the wonderful grounds is situated in the actual middle of a verifiable city - Charleston. Get snatched up by the wonderful and customary engineering, beautiful pathways, or look at the advanced steel and glass building which houses the School of Business. The grounds additionally gives students simple admittance to a few major tech organizations like Amazon's CreateSpace, Google, TwitPic, and so on. The school offers students nearby as well as off-grounds convenience going from completely outfitted home lobbies to memorable homes. It is prepared to offer different types of assistance and facilities like clubs, associations, sporting exercises, support administrations, etc. To put it plainly, the school grounds is rising with energy and there will never be a dull second for students at the College of Charleston. Concentrate on Abroad USA is improving and remunerating for your future. The energetic grounds likewise houses various

Best MBA Online Colleges in the USA

“Opportunities never open, instead we create them for us”. Beginning with this amazing saying, let’s unbox today’s knowledge. Love Business and marketing? Want to make a high-paid career in business administration? Well, if yes, then mate, we have got you something amazing to do!   We all imagine an effortless future with a cozy house and a laptop. Well, well! You can make this happen. Today, with this guide, we will be exploring some of the top-notch online MBA universities and institutes in the USA. Let’s get started! Why learn Online MBA from the USA? Access to More Options This online era has given a second chance to children who want to reflect on their careers while managing their hectic schedules. In this, the internet has played a very crucial in rejuvenating schools, institutes, and colleges to give the best education to students across the globe. Graduating with Less Debt Regular classes from high reputed institutes often charge heavy tuition fees. However onl

Sickening moment maskless 'Karen' COUGHS in the face of grocery store customer, then claims she doesn't have to wear a mask because she 'isn't sick'

A woman was captured on camera following a customer through a supermarket as she coughs on her after claiming she does not need a mask because she is not sick.  Video of the incident, which has garnered hundreds of thousands of views on Twitter alone, allegedly took place in a Su per Saver in Lincoln, Nebraska according to Twitter user @davenewworld_2. In it, an unidentified woman was captured dramatically coughing as she smiles saying 'Excuse me! I'm coming through' in the direction of the customer recording her. Scroll down for video An unidentified woman was captured dramatically coughing as she smiles saying 'Excuse me! I'm coming through' in the direction of a woman recording her A woman was captured on camera following a customer as she coughs on her in a supermarket without a mask on claiming she does not need one because she is not sick @chaiteabugz #karen #covid #karens #karensgonewild #karensalert #masks we were just wearing a mask at the store. ¿ o