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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Phase 1b of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout has started

To see if you are eligible and find your local service to make an appointment, use the eligibility checker.

Appointments will increase as the number of clinics grow from 1,000 to more than 4,000 over four weeks. Revisit the eligibility checker if an appointment is not currently available.

Update on COVID-19 vaccination program

Around 1.2 million Australians vaccinated so far; over 50s encouraged to get AstraZeneca vaccine, additional Pfizer vaccines arriving in the second half of the year.
Update from National Cabinet

National Cabinet met today to discuss Australia’s COVID-19 response, the Australian COVID-19 Vaccine Strategy and the COVID-19 Risk Analysis and Response framework.
Update on the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine

AstraZeneca vaccine recommended for those over the age of 50; Phase 1B of Australia’s vaccination program to continue for those not impacted by this revised advice.
Australia-New Zealand quarantine free travel zone

Australians will be able to travel to New Zealand without needing to quarantine from 19 April 2021.

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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.