BY ISABEL EVERETT
A crew member on a coal ship, berthed in the Port of Newcastle is being treated in John Hunter Hospital for COVID-19.
Precautionary COVID-19 testing was undertaken late Thursday, by NSW Health at Port of Newcastle’s Channel Berth on crew aboard the Anacapa Light, following its arrival from Brisbane.
An Indian national aged in his 20s displayed symptoms.
Its reported he is "currently well" and infection control measures are in place at the hospital.
13 crew remain in quarantine aboard the ship, which is due to leave the port on Saturday night.
NSW Chief health officer, Kerry Chant is stressing the case poses no risk to the community.
"Port of Newcastle continues to take seriously the government advice about preventative measures. We continue to work with all agencies involved in the movement of vessels, crew and cargo through the port, including vessel operators, Australian Border Force, NSW Health, NSW Police, Department of Agriculture and Port Authority of New South Wales," the Port of Newcastle said in a Statement.
"Our measures and actions are informed by and aligned with the official advice and requirements."
