About coronavirus (COVID-19)

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is the lead agency responsible for responding to COVID-19 in Victoria.

The best place for up-to-date information and guidance about the outbreak of COVID-19 is www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus. If you suspect you have coronavirus or need advice call the dedicated Coronavirus Hotline on 1800 675 398. It operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

If you have serious symptoms, such as difficulty breathing, call 000 and ask for an ambulance.

The Australian Government Department of Health (DH) is a useful resource for information about COVID-19 and national statistics at www.health.gov.au.

The Australian Government has also released an official app with the information you need to know about coronavirus. Search ‘Coronavirus Australia’ in the Apple App Store and on Google Play.

You can also send a WhatsApp message to 0400 253 787 and follow the instructions to receive the latest news.

Department of Health and Human Services

DHHS - Poster - Habits for a COVID Safe Summer (0.1MB, PDF)
DHHS - Poster – Wash your hands regularly (0.9 MB, PDF)
DHHS - Poster – Cover your cough and sneeze (0.7 MB, PDF)
DHHS - Poster – Slowing the spread of coronavirus (0.7 MB, PDF)
DHHS - Poster – Slowing the spread of coronavirus – Easy English (0.9 MB, PDF)
DHHS - Poster - Get Tested - 3 ways to stay safe
DHHS - Poster - Get tested - Get tested if you have these symptoms (PDF)
DHHS - Fact sheet - What can I do to stay safe from coronavirus (COVID-19) - (0.2MB, PDF)
DHHS - Fact sheet - What to do if you've tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19) (0.2 MB, PDF)
DHHS - Fact sheet - Coronavirus (COVID-19) close contact - What you need to know (0.4 MB, PDF)
DHHS - Poster - How to wear a face mask (0.7MB, PDF)
DHHS - Fact sheet - How to wear a face mask - COVID-19 (0.9 MB), PDF)
DHHS - Fact sheet - Cleaning and disinfecting to reduce transmission (non-healthcare setting) (0.1 MB, PDF)
DHHS - Guide - Coronavirus (COVID-19) Home Safety Plan (2.5 MB, PDF)

Find more public health resources and promotional materials from the Victorian Government.

Department of Health

DH - Fact sheet / poster – Keeping your distance (0.1 MB, PDF)
DH – Fact sheet / poster – Simple steps to stop the spread (0.2 MB, PDF)

Find more COVID-19 campaign resources

Mount Alexander Shire

Poster - COVID-19 Support Service - Mount Alexander Shire
Flyer - COVID-19 - Support for our community

Translated resources – coronavirus – COVID-19
DHHS – Frequently Asked Questions - Stay at home directions
DHHS – Frequently Asked Questions – Restricted activities directions
DHHS – Interactive coronavirus self-assessment
DHHS – Physical distancing and transmission reduction measures
DH - Social distancing for coronavirus

Stay up to date with the latest information at www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus.