NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has issued a “strong recommendation” that people wear masks in four key circumstances, as she continues to warn that the state is in a “critical” stage.
Key points:
- NSW has recorded 12 new cases, including three linked to the Apollo restaurant in Potts Point
- Premier Gladys Berejiklian is now urging people in public and in areas of high community transmission to wear masks
- Two childcare workers at the Advanced Early Learning Centre Merrylands have tested positive for COVID-19
She said people should wear a mask in enclosed spaces such as on public transport or buying groceries; while working in customer-facing roles in hospitality or retail; when attending a place of worship; and if people are in an area of high community transmission.
“I want to stress it is not compulsory, but it is a strong recommendation from He