Coronavirus (COVID-19) news and media

Information about flexibility provisions and other Commonwealth support available, and advice for Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) Social Support Group providers.

Information about the new process for ordering PPE supplies for the aged care sector, the new eLearning module for aged care workers, visit guidelines, and mental health resources.

A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) about coronavirus (COVID-19).

The Prime Minister, the Hon. Scott Morrison MP, announced new measures and restrictions to protect the Australian community from the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) on 22 March 2020.

The Department of Health recognises the ongoing efforts of Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) service providers delivering care to older Australians at home and in communities during the COVID 19 (coronavirus) pandemic.

Providers of Commonwealth funded aged care services will temporarily be able to offer more hours to international students to ensure the care of senior and vulnerable Australians, as part of the campaign to combat the impact of coronavirus (COVID 19).

The National Cabinet today announced additional funding of $444.6 million for the aged care sector to ensure the continuity of the aged care workforce.

Three determinations that created temporary quarantine zones for Australians returning from Wuhan City, China, and the Diamond Princess cruise ship have now been repealed.

The Australian Government has announced new measures for the aged care sector to strengthen Australia’s defence against COVID-19.

A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) about coronavirus (COVID-19).

COVID-19 is a health risk for older people. We have applied new restrictions to protect them.

GPs can now subscribe to our newsletter about the evolving COVID-19 situation in Australia.

An online training module is available on infection control for care workers across all sectors in preparing for COVID–19.

Read the Prime Minister’s announcement following the first National Cabinet on Coronavirus

We brought together aged care, health and infectious disease experts to discuss the role and capacity of home care providers, Community Home Support Programme providers and the assessment workforce as part of the national response to COVID-19.

Read our latest information sheet that answers common questions about COVID-19 — including what it is, how it spreads, if you should get tested, who is most at risk, and if you should attend public gatherings.