THREE NEW COVID CASES IN NNSWLHD

The Northern health district has recorded three new covid cases.

One of the infections – in Lismore – is under investigation, while positive tests in Grafton and Casino are linked to previous clusters.

Aldi Ballina has been added to the exposure sites, with anyone there from 6:30 to 7pm on October 8 considered a casual contact.

Meanwhile, Ballina Coast High reopened today after undergoing a deep clean.

Authorities say families should still keep children home, unless they absolutely need to attend the school campus.

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