Commissioner for Corrective Services Mike Reynolds said two young people were COVID-19 positive when they were received into detention at the facility.
They are being cared for in a dedicated area and haven’t mixed with other detainees.
Seven staff members who have tested positive are isolating at home, in line with health directions, until they are no longer infectious.
The young people are all asymptomatic and will continue to be monitored by health professionals.
While in isolation they continue to have access to telephone calls and e-technology to maintain contact with loved ones, case workers and lawyers as well as make court appearances.
They will also be able to participate in activities while staying apart from other detainees.
“Infection in the Centre is to be expected given the very high caseload we are currently experiencing in the community,” Commissioner Reynolds said.
“We are well prepared to manage infectious diseases and have particular measures in place to reduce the impact of COVID-19.”
All staff in correctional facilities are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and
another vaccination clinic for detainees has been held this week.
Consent from parents or guardians is required for detainee vaccinations.
However, even if consent is obtained from parents and guardian it is open to the detainee to decline a vaccination.
