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1 June 2023 - The COVID-19 pandemic placed an enormous burden on our health services and the people who work in it. The Australian Government is working with key stakeholders to tackle these challenges and maintain our world-class healthcare system.

9 July 2022 - From 11 July 2022, more Australians at higher risk of developing severe COVID-19 will be able to access oral antiviral treatments following new recommendations from the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee.

4 August 2025 - A collection of resources for the general public, health professionals and industry outlining a range of funding measures the Australian Government is taking to combat coronavirus (COVID-19).

22 December 2025 - Communicable diseases are diseases that can spread from person to person. Find out what we’re doing to prevent outbreaks and monitor these diseases in Australia.

23 October 2025 - Vaccines are free for everyone in Australia regardless of Medicare or visa status. Find out what COVID-19 vaccination-related services you can charge for.

4 August 2025 - A collection of weekly infographics that provide a traffic light report of the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation across Australia.

7 July 2022 - Recommendations from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) on the COVID-19 vaccine winter dose.

16 September 2022 - Access to medicines depends on the type of medicine. Some medicines are only available through pharmacies and hospitals, while others are available off the shelf in shops. We have measures in place to help ensure Australians can access the medicines they need, and manage shortages.

4 August 2025 - A collection of communication materials on the symptoms of COVID-19 for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisations.

21 December 2023 - We have extended emergency leave for permanent aged care residents for 12 months. This means residents who wish to temporarily relocate during COVID-19 outbreaks can continue to use emergency leave instead of social leave through to 31 December 2024.