Coronavirus (COVID-19) advice

From 11:59pm on Sunday, 6 December 2020 Victoria moves to COVIDSafe Summer restrictions

Latest advice

Face masks

Information about the use of face masks in Victoria
Victoria's current restrictions

COVIDSafe Summer restrictions apply across Victoria
Health information

Advice and updates on coronavirus (COVID-19) from the Department of Health and Human Services

Schools, teachers and principals

Includes frequently asked questions and advice for schools about attendance, camps and excursions
Early childhood services

Find advice about closures, unwell children and staff and how to maintain good health hygiene
TAFE, training providers, apprentices and trainees

Information about attendance and what to do if staff or students had contact with a confirmed case
Parents, carers and guardians

Find information for the public about coronavirus (COVID-19)
International students

Find advice for international students travelling to Australia or studying in a Victorian government school
Students

Includes health and wellbeing advice and other helpful resources to support students during this time
The Department's coronavirus (COVID-19) hotline

Ask questions about coronavirus (COVID-19) and education settings by calling 1800 338 663, 8:30am to 5pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays). If you need an interpreter, call 131 450 first

Learning from home

Advice for parents, students, schools, early childhood education and care about flexible learning
Travel restrictions for international arrivals

The Department of Home Affairs provides information on the latest travel restrictions
Emergency response

Explore the Department's emergency response plan for Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) (docx - 635.66kb)