Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The latest official coronavirus news, updates and advice from the Australian Government.

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News and updates

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Check if you are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine

The following groups can now make a booking for their COVID-19 vaccination:

· people aged 40-49 years;

· all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 16 to 49 years;

· NDIS participants aged 16 years and over and carers aged 16 years and over of NDIS participants of any age; and

· temporary visa holders aged under 50 years who are currently in Australia and have been approved for return travel to Australia through the travel exemption process.

Update from National Cabinet

National Cabinet agreed to open access so that more groups can obtain their COVID-19 vaccines by 8 June. The Commonwealth and Victorian Governments also signed a Memorandum of Understanding to progress negotiations on Victoria’s proposal for an alternative quarantine hub.
Temporary COVID disaster payment

Australian workers who reside or work in a Commonwealth declared hotspot, and are unable to earn an income as a result of state lockdowns, may be eligible for a temporary COVID Disaster Payment.
Circuit breaker restrictions for Victoria

Stay up to date with restrictions in your area.
Support extended for Australia’s COVID-19 impacted aged care facilities

Second package of grants will be available to support providers with costs incurred from 28 May 2021 to 31 Mar 22.

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COVID-19 vaccine information

Making a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine available to all Australians is a priority for the Australian Government.

Find out how the COVID-19 vaccine will be rolled out, which groups will have first access to it and when you can expect to get the vaccination.

Health alerts & advice

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Getting tested for coronavirus (COVID-19)

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

Find the testing clinic closest to you

Key updates

Up-to-date coronavirus alerts and news.

Mental health resources

It’s especially important to take care of your mental health and wellbeing during coronavirus.

Find useful information and resources on the Head to Health website.

For personal crisis and mental health support you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 44 or Beyond Blue on 1800 512 358 at any time.

You can also check emergency support and assistance.

Have a look at the How’s your head today? campaign resources.

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Download the COVIDSafe App

Help our contact tracers by updating and running the COVIDSafe App on your phone.

Download the latest COVIDSafe update to protect yourself and your family.

Download the COVIDSafe app

State and Territory Government information

Refer to your local state government for the latest responses to the coronavirus pandemic. You can also check restrictions in all states and territories using the COVID-19 Restriction Checker.