Latest advice
The latest coronavirus news, updates and advice from government agencies across Australia is available at www.australia.gov.au.
Useful government and health resources
Australia.gov.au
The Australian Government has established a dedicated website to COVID-19 which is being regularly updated with the latest news, updates and advice from government agencies across Australia. To view the website click here.
The Australian Government Department of Health
For the latest information and advice about coronavirus including daily case and situation updates, click here.
Alternatively, if you are concerned, you can call the National Coronavirus Helpline which operated 24 hours a day, seven days a week on 1800 020 080.
COVIDSafe app
The app is part of the Health Department's work to slow the spread of the virus. The more Australians connect to the COVIDSafe app, the quicker the virus can be traced and the chances it will be passed on to other is reduced. For more information click here.
Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman has set up a hotline on the coronavirus at 13 13 94. Please select the prompt for the coronavirus hotline.
The Ombudsman has also updated information on their website on specific workplace-related issues including employer obligations. Click here to visit the website.
SafeWork Australia
For information about health and safety in the workplace, including legal obligations of employers and employees, click here.
SafeWork Australia has also developed 10 principles for industry and other resources to help businesses with their COVIDSafe return to work plans.
SafeWork Australia has developed a business resource kit includes a range of resources for business to download and display in their workplaces, including checklists, infographics, fact sheets for industry and posters on handwashing, hygiene and physical distancing. It also includes a useful infographic for employers when dealing with suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the workplace.
Business support for employers
The Australian Government has announced measures to support businesses impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19). If you're an employer, learn what your business can get and where to go for help by clicking here.
State and Territory Government information
For local coronavirus response activities and advice:
Comcare
Visit Comcare for Australian Government employees and for employees of organisations which self-insure under the scheme.
Department of Home Affairs
For the latest information on travel restrictions and visas, click here.
Cyber security essentials
The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) has listed consideration incorporating proactive strategies for workplaces to take to ensure sound cyber security practices. For more information click here.