Measles Warning for Sydney Airport and CBD After Infectious Case
05 Jun 2026
The person was in the community without knowing they had measles, which may have exposed others at specific times and locations. NSW Health has listed all exposure sites online and says these details are being updated regularly.
Health officials say there is no ongoing risk at the listed locations, but people who were there during the exposure times should monitor their health carefully.
So far, 49 cases of measles have been recorded in NSW since 1 January 2026.
Dr Christine Selvey, Director of Communicable Diseases, said people should look out for early symptoms, especially if they visited any exposure sites.
She said symptoms include fever, runny eyes, a runny nose, and cough. A red rash usually appears three to four days later, starting on the face before spreading to the rest of the body.
She advised anyone who develops symptoms to contact a GP or hospital before attending in person so they can avoid exposing others.
Measles can take up to 18 days to appear after exposure, so people should stay alert during this time.
Measles is present in the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It can be prevented with vaccination.
Health officials strongly recommend that people born after 1965 make sure they have had two doses of the measles vaccine. The Measles-Mumps-Rubella vaccine is free in NSW for eligible groups and is also available for children and adults through GPs and pharmacies.
Anyone who is unsure about his or her vaccination history is advised to get vaccinated, as extra doses are safe.
For more information, people can check the NSW Health website or the Australian Government travel health advice before overseas travel.
Measles Warning for Sydney Airport and CBD After Infectious Case
Source: NSW Health