The Australian Government today releases the review findings into the spread of COVID-19 at Sydney aged care facility Newmarch House.

In offering further condolences to the families of the 19 residents who died as a result of the outbreak between April and June, Minister for Aged Care and Senior Australians, Richard Colbeck said lessons learned are being implemented to offer greater protections as we continue to combat the pandemic.

“The outbreak at Anglicare’s Newmarch House was incredibly challenging and underlined the impact this infection can have within an aged care facility,” Minister Colbeck said.

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Release of Newmarch House review

Minister for Aged Care and Senior Australians, Senator the Hon Richard Colbeck Letter (.pdf)

Newmarch House COVID-19 Outbreak Independent Review – Final Report (.pdf)

NSW Health response to Newmarch House independent review (.pdf)