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ATAGI statement and clinical guidance on AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine following European Medicines Agency (EMA) safety review

This statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) updates advice previous provided on 16 March. It follows the European Medicines Agency (EMA) safety review of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.

COVID-19 vaccination appointments to be available at GP-led respiratory clinics from 19 March 2021

COVID-19 vaccination appointments will be available at GP-led respiratory clinics from 19 March 2021. Find out more.

General Practices join the COVID-19 vaccination program

Australians eligible for Phase 1b will be able to find a vaccination provider through the new national vaccination information and location service.

ATAGI statement in response to European decisions about the AstraZeneca vaccine

A statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) regarding overnight decisions in Europe suspending the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine.

Presentation about Australia's COVID-19 vaccine rollout

A presentation about Australia's COVID-19 vaccine rollout is now available to view or download.

Over $1.1 billion to extend Australia's COVID-19 health response

The Prime Minister has announced the Government will invest more than $1.1 billion to extend Australia's national COVID-19 health response and suppression strategy. Find out more.

COVID-19 cluster in New Zealand

A statement from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly about the COVID-19 cluster in New Zealand.

Prime Minister’s update following the National Cabinet meeting on 5 March 2021

Read the Prime Minister’s update following the National Cabinet meeting on 5 March 2021.
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