NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has just released a statement about the state’s ongoing response to the coronavirus pandemic.
“Tonight I will be informing the National Cabinet that NSW will proceed to a more comprehensive shutdown of non-essential services. This will take place over the next 48 hours,” Ms Berejiklian said in a statement.
“Supermarkets, petrol stations, pharmacies, convenience stores, freight and logistics, and home delivery will be among the many services that will remain open.
“Schools will be open tomorrow, though I will have more to say on this issue in the morning.
“I will update NSW tomorrow morning about the impacts and our plans following the National Cabinet.”
NSW health said there are now 533 COVID-19 cases in the state.
Hunter New England Health said there are 30 confirmed cases in the region.
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