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Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on ABC Drive on 7 September 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on ABC Drive on 7 September 2021.
Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) weekly COVID-19 meeting on 8 September 2021 update
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 8 September 2021.
Vaccine Operations Centre – Weekly Operational Update – 6 September 2021
A statement from the Vaccine Operations Centre on the status of the vaccine rollout.
Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Mental Health, Dr Ruth Vine's opinion piece on Making mental health your most important conversation
An opinion piece from Dr Ruth Vine, Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Mental Health, on R U OK? Day.
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.
Chief Nurse and Midwifery Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on ABC Radio National on 7 September 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Nurse and Midwifery Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on ABC Radio National on 7 September 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on 3AW on 6 September 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on 3AW on 6 September 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 6 September 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 6 September 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on the Today Show on 6 September 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on the Today Show on 6 September 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 6 September 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 6 September 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Updated Medical Research Future Fund grant reporting requirements
Changes to Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant reporting requirements will help evaluate and monitor how well the MRFF is meeting its goals.
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Sonya Bennett's press conference about COVID-19 – 5 September 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Sonya Bennett's press conference on 5 September 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Professor Michael Kidd and Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj, Professor John Skerritt’s press conference about COVID-19 – 4 September 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer Professor Michael Kidd and Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj, Professor John Skerritt’s press conference on provisional approval of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine and coronavirus on 4 September 2021.
Commonwealth hotspot extended for Victoria
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today extended the Victoria COVID-19 hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support
AHPPC statement on national principles for managed quarantine
Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on managed quarantine for international arrivals including hotel quarantine
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 1 September 2021
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 1 September 2021.
Chief Nurse and Midwifery Officer Professor Alison McMillan's interview on 2GB on 2 September 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer Professor Alison McMillan's interview on 2GB with Ray Hadley on 2 September 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Commonwealth hotspot extended for ACT
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today extended the Australian Capital Territory COVID-19 hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's opinion piece on "long COVID" syndrome and COVID-19 vaccination
An opinion piece from Professor Michael Kidd, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, on the symptoms of "long COVID" syndrome and the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination.
Pause extended on New Zealand green zone flights
A statement from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly about the pause on New Zealand green zone flights.
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Studio 10 on 31 August 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Studio 10 on 31 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on the Today Show on 31 August 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on the Today Show on 31 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sunrise on 31 August 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sunrise on 31 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Michael Kidd’s press conference about COVID-19 – 28 August 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer Professor Michael Kidd's press conference on 28 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Extending the declaration of a Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support for all of NSW and declaring Jervis Bay Territory
Australian Government Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly has today extended the declaration for the whole state of New South Wales as a Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support, until 10 September 2021, with review on or before this date.
Pause extended on New Zealand green zone flights
A statement from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly about the pause on New Zealand green zone flights.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 25 August 2021
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 25 August 2021.
Working together to keep communities safe
As the case numbers of COVID-19 keep growing in western NSW, a massive effort is happening to help keep regional communities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people safe.
Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer Professor Alison McMillan's opinion piece on aged care and COVID-19 vaccination
An opinion piece from Professor Alison McMillan, Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in aged care and the benefits of vaccination.
ATAGI recommendations on the use of COVID-19 vaccines in all young adolescents in Australia
Recommendations from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) on COVID-19 vaccines in adolescents.
ATAGI statement on the use of COVID-19 vaccines in all young adolescents in Australia
Recommendations from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) on COVID-19 vaccines in adolescents.
Rapid antigen testing in aged care
The Australian Government is making rapid antigen testing (RAT) kits available to the services and providers in high-risk Local Government Areas (LGAs) of concern across Sydney and Western NSW.
Adelaide aged care vaccine hub open now
A dedicated aged care vaccine hub is now open in Adelaide for residential aged care workers. Make an appointment today.
Perth aged care vaccine hubs open now
Dedicated aged care vaccine hubs are now open in Perth for residential aged care workers. Make an appointment today.
VIC aged care vaccine hubs open now
Dedicated aged care vaccine hubs are now open in Victoria for residential aged care workers. Make an appointment today.
QLD aged care vaccine hubs open now
Dedicated aged care vaccine hubs are now open in Queensland for residential aged care workers. Make an appointment today.
NSW aged care vaccine hubs open now
Dedicated aged care vaccine hubs are now open in NSW for residential, and community and in-home aged care workers. Make an appointment today.
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 25 August 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 25 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 25 August 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 25 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on the Today Show on 25 August 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on the Today Show on 25 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
$79 million to turn ideas into new treatments
The Australian Government is providing $79 million to help turn research and innovation projects into life-saving medical devices, medicines and digital health technologies.
Pause extended on New Zealand green zone flights
A statement from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly about the pause on New Zealand green zone flights.
Vaccine Operations Centre – Weekly Operational Update – 23 August 2021
A statement from the Vaccine Operations Centre on the status of the vaccine rollout.
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's press conference about COVID-19 – 22 August 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's press conference on 22 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Michael Kidd’s press conference about COVID-19 – 21 August 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer Professor Michael Kidd's press conference on 21 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Declaration of Victoria as a Hotspot for Commonwealth Support
The Australian Government Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd, has today declared the state of Victoria a COVID-19 Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support.
Prime Minister’s update following the National Cabinet meeting on 20 August 2021
Read the Prime Minister’s update following the National Cabinet meeting 20 August 2021.
Pause extended on New Zealand green zone flights
A statement from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly about the pause on New Zealand green zone flights.
COVID-19 vaccines available soon for 16 to 39-year-olds
The Prime Minister has announced people aged 16 to 39 will be eligible for the COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine from 30 August 2021.
Commonwealth Hotspot Lifted for Greater Darwin; Extended for Katherine; Extended for all of NSW
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today lifted the COVID-19 Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support for Greater Darwin, extended the declaration for Katherine (including Tindal), and extended the current Hotspot for all NSW local government areas.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 18 August 2021
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 18 August 2021.
Vaccine Operations Centre – Weekly Operational Update – 16 August 2021
A statement from the Vaccine Operations Centre on the status of the vaccine rollout.
Lieutenant General John Frewen interview with Leigh Sales on ABC 7.30
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview with Leigh Sales on ABC 7.30.
Pause on New Zealand green zone flights
A statement from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly about a pause on New Zealand green zone flights.
New Medical Research Future Fund Eligible Organisation arrangements
Organisations can now apply to the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) to be certified as a Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Eligible Organisation (EO). This will allow them to apply for MRFF grant funding managed by the NHMRC.
Commonwealth Hotspot declared for Greater Darwin and Katherine
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today declared Darwin and Katherine a COVID-19 Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support.
Letter to COVID-19 vaccine delivery partners – Advice regarding vaccination of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Lieutenant General John Frewen, Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly and CEO of the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) Pat Turner have co-signed a letter addressing COVID-19 vaccinations for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Commonwealth hotspot extended for the ACT and for Greater Melbourne
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today extended the current Hotspots for the Australian Capital Territory, and for Greater Melbourne, City of Greater Geelong, Moorabool and Golden Plains.
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Vaccine Operations Centre – Weekly Operational Update – 9 August 2021
A statement from the Vaccine Operations Centre on the status of the vaccine rollout.
Declaration of New South Wales as a Hotspot for Commonwealth Support
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today declared the state of New South Wales a COVID-19 Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support.
Extension of Commonwealth hotspot for Newcastle and surrounding local government areas
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today extended the Newcastle, Cessnock, Lake Macquarie, Dungog, Maitland, Muswellbrook, Port Stephens and Singleton hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support.
RFDS kicking goals in Ngaanyatjarra lands
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) crew are continuing their good work in remote Australian communities.
Declaration of nine Western NSW LGAs as Commonwealth Hotspots
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today declared the Bathurst, Bogan, Bourke, Brewarrina, Coonamble, Gilgandra, Narromine, Walgett and Warren LGAs Hotspots for the purposes of Commonwealth support.
Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) weekly COVID-19 meeting on 11 August 2021 update
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 11 August 2021.
Declaration of the Australian Capital Territory as a Hotspot for Commonwealth Support
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today declared the Australian Capital Territory a COVID-19 Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support.
Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC Radio National on 12 August 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC Radio National on 12 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Changes to Hotspots for Commonwealth support in Cairns, Yarrabah, Dubbo and Melbourne
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has de-listed the Hotspot for the purpose of Commonwealth support for the Regional Council of Cairns and Shire of Yarrabah, declared a Hotspot for the Dubbo Regional Council, and extended the Greater Melbourne Hotspot.
Where were you on Tuesday night?
Did you know that the Census helps the Australian Government, as well as other important organisations, decide how to best support different communities throughout Australia?
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on 3AW on 11 August 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on 3AW on 11 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on ABC Radio Brisbane on 11 August 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on ABC Radio Brisbane on 11 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on ABC Radio Melbourne on 10 August 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on SBC Radio Melbourne on 10 August 2021 about COVID-19 vaccines.
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on 5AA on 10 August 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on 5AA on 10 August 2021 about COVID-19 vaccines.
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on 6PR on 10 August 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on 6PR on 10 August 2021 about COVID-19 vaccines.
Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Mental Health, Dr Ruth Vine's opinion piece on mental health impacts of COVID-19
An opinion piece from Dr Ruth Vine, Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Mental Health, on the mental health impacts of COVID-19, and the response from the Government.
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on Sky News First Edition on 10 August 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor interview on Sky News First Edition on 10 August 2021 about COVID-19 vaccines.
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on 4BC on 10 August 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor interview on 4BC on 10 August 2021 about COVID-19 vaccines.
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 10 August 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 10 August 2021 about COVID-19 vaccines.
Declaration of areas of regional NSW as Commonwealth hotspots
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today declared Tamworth Regional Council, Armidale, Byron Shire, Richmond Valley, Ballina Shire and Lismore local government areas (LGAs) COVID-19 hotspots for the purposes of Commonwealth support.
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Dr Ruth Vine's interview on Radio National Breakfast on 9 August 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Dr Ruth Vine's interview on Radio National Breakfast on 9 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Listing Regional Council of Cairns and Shire of Yarrabah areas of COVID-19 local transmission as hotspots
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today declared the Regional Council of Cairns and the Shire of Yarrabah as Hotspots for the purpose of Commonwealth support from 11:59 pm 8 August 2021 until 11:59 pm 11 August 2021 with review on or before 11 August 2021.
De-listed South East QLD Hotspot for Commonwealth support
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has de-listed the Hotspot for the purpose of Commonwealth support the City of Brisbane, Moreton Bay Region, Redland City, Logan City, City of Ipswich, Shire of Noosa, City of Gold Coast, Lockyer Valley Region and more.
Vaccine Operations Centre – Weekly Operational Update – 2 August 2021
A statement from the Vaccine Operations Centre on the status of the vaccine rollout.
Greater Melbourne declared a COVID-19 Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has declared Greater Melbourne, including Greater Geelong, Moorabool and Golden Plains a hotspot from 11:59pm on 5 August 2021 until 11:59pm on 12 August 2021.
Greater Sydney Hotspot for Commonwealth support widened
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has widened the Greater Sydney COVID-19 from 11:59pm 5 August 2021 to 11:59pm 12 August 2021.
Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) weekly COVID-19 meeting on 4 August 2021 update
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 4 August 2021
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Today on 5 August 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Today on 5 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 5 August 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 5 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's press conference on 4 August 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's press conference on 4 August 2021 about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 4 August 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 4 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Protect Breastfeeding – a shared responsibility – World Breastfeeding Week
World Breastfeeding Week (1-7 August 2021) reminds us that we all have a role in supporting breastfeeding. Partners, carers, families, communities, workplaces, and governments can all help infants have a healthy start in life.
Release of the Doherty Institute Modelling Report to advise on the National Plan to transition Australia's National COVID Response
The Doherty Institute Modelling Report to advise on the National Plan to transition Australia's National COVID Response has been released.
Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd – Address to the Australian Medical Association National Conference
Read Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's address to the Australian Medical Association (AMA) 2021 National Conference on 31 July 2021.
Extension of the South East Queensland Hotspot for Commonwealth Support
Extension of the City of Brisbane, Moreton Bay Region, Redland City, Logan City, City of Ipswich, Shire of Noosa, City of Gold Coast, Lockyer Valley Region, Scenic Rim Region, Somerset Region and Sunshine Coast Region LGAs a COVID-19 Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support.
ATAGI statement regarding vaccination of adolescents aged 12–15 years
A statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) regarding vaccination of adolescents aged 12-15 years
ATAGI statement regarding COVID-19 vaccines in the setting of transmission of the Delta variant of concern
A statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) regarding COVID-19 vaccines in the setting of transmission of the Delta variant of concern.
Declaration of South East Queensland as a Commonwealth hotspot
The City of Brisbane, Moreton Bay Region, Redland City, Logan City, City of Ipswich, Shire of Noosa, City of Gold Coast, Lockyer Valley Region, Scenic Rim Region, Somerset Region and Sunshine Coast Region LGAs a COVID-19 Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support.
Prime Minister’s update following the National Cabinet meeting 30 July 2021
Read the Prime Minister’s update following the National Cabinet meeting 30 July 2021.
New updates on the rollout
There have been new updates to the advice from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisations (ATAGI) for people living in outbreak areas.
Free student eye tests
More than 250 children in far-north Queensland recently had free eye check-ups! They were also offered two free pairs of glasses. This is part of an initiative started by Bamaga Enterprises Limited.
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