The latest official coronavirus news, updates and advice from the Australian Government.
From 6pm on 2 August, stage 4 restrictions are in place across metropolitan Melbourne. Stage 3 restrictions apply throughout regional Victoria from 6 August. Find out more about restrictions currently in place throughout Victoria.
$1500 per fortnight payment for people in Victoria who have to isolate due to coronavirus, but do not have sick leave.
The Australian Government is extending the JobKeeper Payment and the Coronavirus Supplement beyond September 2020.
The recent rise in community transmission of COVID-19 in Australia means some states and territories now recommend or require the use of masks.
From 4 August, mutual obligations requirements for job seekers apply.
If you need to get tested for COVID-19, you have a few different options. Depending on where you live, you may be able to visit a:
- Pop up testing centre
- GPs office
- Respiratory clinic
- Drive through testing site
Help health officials to contact you more quickly if you’re exposed to someone with coronavirus.
The COVIDSafe app is now available in Arabic, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese.
