Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Victoria
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Today's Fathers Day is different to any in our lifetimes. Today we offer a particular thanks to all our health & medical workers & recognition for any families separated by COVID-19.
Today’s announcement from the Victorian Government to extend lockdown arrangements will be hard and crushing news for the people of Victoria, and a further reminder of the impact and costs that result from not being able to contain outbreaks of COVID-19, resulting in high rates of community transmission.
For full details as provided by the Victorian Government, visit: https://www.vic.gov.au/
For the Premier's statement, visit: premier.gov.au
It is vital to the national interest to restore Victoria to a COVIDSafe environment, where we can reopen our economy and reasonably restore the liberties of all Australia, whether in Victoria or anywhere else.
The proposed roadmap will come at a further economic cost. While this needs to be weighed up against mitigating the risk of further community outbreak, it is also true that the continued restrictions will have further impact on the Victorian and national economy, in further job losses and loss of livelihoods, as well as impacting on mental health. .
Victorians are working harder than ever to bring case numbers down and The Australian Government will continue to support Victorians and the State of Victoria to contain and suppress this virus.
Throughout the global COVID-19 pandemic, the Federal Government has taken action to support the lives and livelihoods of all Australians.
We will continue to support Victorians and the businesses that employ them as they deal with the impacts of the State's second wave, by safeguarding the health and mental health of Victorians and protect and save their jobs and livelihoods wherever possible.
For more health information specific to Victoria, visit https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/
If you, or someone you know, need support, you can contact:
- Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14
- Open Arms - 1800 011 046
- Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636
- headspace - 1800 650 890
- Kids Helpline - 1800 551 800
For more support, visit the Australian Government's mental health support services at headtohealth.gov.au
Identifying the symptoms
Where can I get tested?
If you have any of the symptoms of COVID-19, however mild, I urge you to get tested.
What symptoms do you need to be given a test?
What symptoms do you need to be given a test?
Any of the following:
- Fever
- Chills or sweats
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Shortness of breath
- Runny nose
- Loss of sense of smell or taste
In certain circumstances headache, muscle soreness, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea may also be considered.
Where do I go for a test?
If you think you need to be tested, please call ahead to your GP or call the 24/7 Victorian hotline on 1800 675 398.
If you have serious respiratory symptoms, please call 000 immediately.
The COVID-19 test is free for everyone. a list of current sites is available at https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.
Where do I go for a test?
If you think you need to be tested, please call ahead to your GP or call the 24/7 Victorian hotline on 1800 675 398.
If you have serious respiratory symptoms, please call 000 immediately.
The COVID-19 test is free for everyone. a list of current sites is available at https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.
For more information about what’s available near you, call the Victorian Government COVID-19 helpline on 1800 675 398.
Greg Hunt MP
Federal Member for Flinders
Federal Minister for Health
Federal Member for Flinders
Federal Minister for Health
