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Hotspot extended for Greater Melbourne, Victoria for the purposes of Commonwealth support
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today extended the hotspot for all local government areas (LGAs) in Greater Melbourne for the purpose of Commonwealth support.
Continued pause to New Zealand green zone flights
A statement from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, about New Zealand green zone flights due to the current COVID-19 outbreak in New Zealand.
Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support extended for NSW and Jervis Bay
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today extended the Hotspot for the purpose of Commonwealth support for NSW and the Jervis Bay Territory.
Hotspot declared for the Rural City of Mildura, Victoria
The Australian Government Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd, has today declared the Victorian local government area of Mildura a Hotspot for the purpose of Commonwealth support.
Updated advice on requirements for workers in health care settings who are exposed to COVID-19
The Department of Health welcomes new guidance to help health and residential care providers best manage workers exposed to COVID-19 infection.
Vaccine Operations Centre – Weekly Operational Update – 4 October
A statement from the Vaccine Operations Centre on the status of the vaccine rollout.
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on the Today Show on 6 October 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on the Today Show on 6 October 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on ABC Radio Brisbane on 6 October 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on ABC Radio Brisbane on 6 October 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 6 October 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 6 October 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Pause on New Zealand green zone flights continued
A statement from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly about New Zealand green zone flights due to the current COVID-19 outbreak in New Zealand.
Vaccine Operations Centre – Weekly Operational Update – 27 September
A statement from the Vaccine Operations Centre on the status of the vaccine rollout.
Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on COVID-19, schools and reopening Australia
A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on COVID-19, schools and reopening Australia.
Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on mandatory vaccination of all workers in health care settings
A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on National Principles for Infection Prevention and Control in Quarantine.
Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on visitation in residential aged care facilities
A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on National Principles for Infection Prevention and Control in Quarantine.
Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on the role of ventilation in reducing the risk of transmission of COVID-19
A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on the role of ventilation in reducing the risk of transmission of COVID-19
Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support declared for Moorabool Shire, Victoria
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today declared a hotspot for the Victorian local governement area (LGA) of Moorabool Shire for the purpose of Commonwealth support.
Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support extended for NSW, Jervis Bay and the ACT
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today extended the hotspots for the Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales and the Jervis Bay Territory.
Framework for international travel and COVID-19 vaccines
To enable fully vaccinated Australians to travel, the Australian Government is finalising new arrangements. Find out more.
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sky News on 30 September 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sky News on 30 September 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support declared for Latrobe City
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today declared a hotspot for Latrobe City, Victoria.
Hotspot extended for Mitchell Shire, lifted for Geelong and Surf Coast, Victoria
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today extended the current hotspot for Mitchell Shire, Victoria.
Lieutenant General John Frewen and Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Alison McMillan's press conference on 24 September 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen and Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Alison McMillan's press conference on 24 September 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Brewarrina, the small town with huge community spirit
Brewarrina is a small town in north-west New South Wales, but don’t let its size fool you - it’s a town with huge community spirit.
ATAGI statement about the need for additional doses of COVID-19 vaccines
A statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) about the need for COVID-19 vaccine booster shots.
Spikevax (Moderna) COVID-19 vaccine available in pharmacies
The Australian Government is rolling out 440,000 doses of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine through pharmacies across the country this week.
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