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20 October 2023 - On 20 October 2023, Australia’s Chief Medical Officer declared that COVID-19 is no longer a Communicable Disease Incident of National Significance (CDINS) following the end of winter in Australia. The Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) supports this declaration.

30 January 2024 - It’s natural for your child to be curious and to have lots of questions about COVID-19 vaccinations. Here are some tips for speaking to children before and after they receive a vaccine.

29 August 2024 - Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) statement about the transition from quadrivalent to trivalent seasonal influenza vaccines in Australia.

3 August 2021 - This document presents the National COVID-19 Vaccine Campaign Plan as part of Operation COVID Shield.

15 June 2020 - This poster provides information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people about the meningococcal B vaccine for infants, and can be used in health care and community settings.

30 May 2025 - Read the latest news on preventive health.

15 October 2024 - Find out when to get vaccinated and what vaccinations are provided for free.

16 April 2026 - This brochure provides information about the recommended vaccines available free for adolescents under the National Immunisation Program.

4 June 2025 - Contact the National Medical Stockpile for information about accessing the Australian Government's strategic reserve of drugs, vaccines, antidotes and protective equipment for use in national health emergencies.

30 May 2025 - Nurses and midwives make up the largest clinical workforce in Australia. Find out about nursing and midwifery, how these professions are regulated in Australia, and how we support this important sector of our health workforce.