The mayor of one of the LGAs subject to Sydney's harshest lockdown restrictions has warned that the impact for many people would be "Armageddon".
Premier Gladys Berejiklian today announced Greater Sydney would remain in lockdown until at least August 28.
Additionally, residents of the LGAs of Fairfield, Canterbury-Bankstown, Liverpool, Cumberland, Parramatta, Blacktown, Georges River and Campbelltown, are forbidden from entering any other LGA, unless they are essential workers.
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Cumberland Mayor Steve Christou has warned that people are at a "point of no return" and slammed the government's handling of the vaccination drive.
"I've heard from many in the community that they are struggling to pay rent, mortgages and other bills," he said.
"It's devastating that the many businesses that support families will not re-open.
"The construction ban continues on our local government area – obstructing people from making a living. For many, it's Armageddon."
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He said the problems ultimately stemmed from a "haphazard" vaccine roll-out.
"While I've offered council facilities and resources to help with the vaccine roll-out, it's only this week that NSW Health have set up clinics in our area – but they're administering only 1500 jabs over five clinics in the Cumberland City Council area," he said.
"While I welcome any increase in vaccinations, it falls well short of what we need."
He accused state MPs of being out of touch and of "crippling" the community.
"We must ask ourselves - are these prolonged lockdowns worth it? While we're locking down people to protect them from the virus, it's wreaking havoc on mental health."
Cr Christou said he was thankful for the disaster support payments for individuals and businesses, and that Cumberland Council was offering what support it could, waiving "some fees and charges" for local businesses.
Nine.com.au has contacted NSW Health for comment.
