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Australia secures 20 million extra Astra Zeneca vaccines

Australia has secured an extra 20 million Astra Zeneca vaccines for onshore manufacturing and a further 11 million Novavax vaccines.

Prime Minister’s update following the National Cabinet meeting on 11 December 2020

Read the Prime Minister’s update following the National Cabinet meeting on 11 December 2020.

Extending MBS mental health support for aged care residents

The Australian Government is expanding eligibility for the Better Access to Psychiatrists, Psychologists and General Practitioners through the Medicare Benefits Schedule (Better Access) initiative. Find out more.

AusVaxSafety summary report 2019 is now available

The AusVaxSafety summary report 2019 has been released. Learn more about AusVaxSafety and discover where to find the report and related infographics.

Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on COVID-19: Routine Testing of Hotel Quarantine Workers

A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on COVID-19: Routine Testing of Hotel Quarantine Workers
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