When news of a statewide lockdown swept through the region last weekend, Griffith businesses knew they had two options - adapt to the new rules or get left behind.
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The past week has seen dozens of local businesses implement contactless delivery, online ordering and more, as they look to ensure they can continue serving Griffith customers no matter the situation.
One of these local businesses was Griffith Feed and Grain, who were well aware they'd need to figure out a way to keep the seeds flowing.
"We sell food for everything from horses, goats, dogs and chickens and obviously animals still need to be fed so we had brainstormed some ways to keep going if a lockdown was called," business manager Cheryl Wood said.
From as early as Monday the store had put in place free contactless delivery and pick-up options for their customers.
"When people place an order we just say give us a ring and we can either pop it straight in your boot so you don't have to get out of your car or we can deliver it straight to your house," Ms Wood said.
"It's been really well received and I think people are just appreciative that they've got the option and their animals can still be well looked after."
The store has also spent the week adding more of their stock to their website to ensure their click and collect system can continue seamlessly.
Things have been a little more difficult for the city's restaurants and cafes, with in-store dining now completely off the menu.
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Belvedere Pizzeria and Ristorante has set up free delivery for their food, but manager Donato Ciocca says the tactic hasn't been enough to replicate their usual business.
"Compared to before it is pretty bad and we're probably going to have to close some days next week because it has been so quiet," Mr Ciocca said.
"I think maybe some people have not realised they can still get takeaway."
Mr Ciocca was hopeful more people would be ordering the delivery next week, but said even that might not be enough to keep the restaurant running successfully.
"Maybe it will get better but delivery is still only one part of the restaurant."
The lockdown has been extended until August 28 as COVID-19 cases continue to spread across NSW.
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