Katherine lockdown: Here's what's been happening today

The town has been plunged into lockdown - and at short notice - for at least 72 hours after a man, who has since tested positive to the virus, travelled to the town for work.

We've been covering the unfolding news today - with more updates already flagged for early tomorrow morning.

If you've been busy picking up the kids early from school, or doing a dash to the supermarket (there has been some panic buying and the big supermarkets have put limits on items) then here's the wrap of what you might have missed.

KATHERINE'S OASIS SHOPPING CENTRE NAMED AS COVID EXPOSURE SITE

So far there are two sites in Katherine - the Oasis and the Knotts Crossing Resort - which are exposure sites. We'll be updating the above file with new sites when - or if - they are released. There are more in Darwin and you'll find them in that story as well.

LOCKDOWN: THE KEY FACTS

We break down the information about the lockdown into bite-sized chunks to make it easier to digest.

WHAT'S ON AND WHAT'S NOT

This another file we'll be updating as new information comes in. The NLC has also suspended permits to enter aboriginal land until further notice. If you've got an event that has been moved or cancelled, email details to editor.kathtimes@austcommunitymedia.com.au.

If you've like to read the announcement of the lockdowns from Chief Minister Michael Gunner, we've got it in full.

On a lighter note, we've pulled together a few ideas to fill in your time with our THINGS TO DO: DURING A 72-HOUR LOCKDOWN IN KATHERINE.

And Katherine MP Jo Hersey writes her regular column for the Katherine Times about getting back to Katherine after parliament was shut down.

In other news, a fire ban has been announced for a few areas of the state, including Darwin and Litchfield and in our series on the candidates standing for Katherine Town Council we speak with Amanda Kingdon.

Remember, keep checking our website - katherinetimes.com.au - for rolling coverage of the lockdown and local news from the Katherine region and beyond.

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