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Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on wearing masks on domestic flights

A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on wearing masks on domestic flights.

Prime Minister’s update following the National Cabinet meeting on 8 January 2021

Read the Prime Minister’s update following the National Cabinet meeting on 8 January 2021.

Australia's COVID-19 vaccine national roll-out strategy announced

The Australian Government has announced Australia's COVID-19 vaccine national roll-out strategy.

Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on Australia’s National Hotel Quarantine Principles

Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on Australia’s National Hotel Quarantine Principles

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.
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