See our links below for accurate and trusted information about COVID-19, as well as specific information and links relating to COVID-19 and seniors, people with a disability, youth, parents and families.
COVID-19 Links and Resources
WA Department of Health - HealthyWA
The WA Department of Health website is the source for trusted and accurate COVID-19 health information, as it relates to Western Australia.
On their website you can access:
WA Government - Department of Premier and Cabinet
The WA Government website is the source for trusted and accurate information about the State's response to COVID-19. This includes information on restrictions as well as general advice for the community and businesses in Western Australia.
On their website you can access:
- Current WA restrictions (social distancing and gatherings, schools, businesses, travel)
- State of Emergency Information
- Information about financial and other relief packages offered by the State Government to businesses and the community.
- State COVID-19 response FAQs
- WA COVID-19 Pandemic Plan
Federal Government of Health
The Federal Department of Health website is the source for trusted and accurate information COVID-19 health information
On their website, you can access:
- National daily case and situations statistics
- Information about COVID-19 (including symptoms and how to stop the spread)
Federal Government
The Federal Government website is the source for trusted and accurate information about the Federal response to COVID-19. Please note that some information may not be relevant to Western Australia so it is important to refer to both our WA Department of Health and WA Government - Department of Premier and Cabinet for WA-specific information.
On their website, you can access:
- Current Federal restrictions (international travel, border closures etc.)
- Information about financial and other relief packages offered by the Federal Government to businesses and the community.
- Federal COVID-19 Pandemic Plan
Other Useful Link and Resources Regarding COVID-19
Seniors and Older Australians
For information about how COVID-19 is impacting residential aged care providers, visit the My Aged Care website or phone 1800 200 422.
The Council of the Ageing (COTA) have also put together a list of relevant frequently asked questions about COVID-19 in the context of older Australians.
People With a Disability
People with Disability Australia have developed a specialised hub which has the latest updates on COVID-19, along with Auslan resources, blind or vision impaired resources, easy read resources, links to disability support services and further information on where to get help.
Young People
There are a number of useful resources and information about COVID-19 and young people.
Youth Affairs Council of WA (YACWA)
YACWA are maintaining a COVID-19 live service status portal for up-to-date information on how youth service providers are operating in response to COVID-19.
Youth at Risk Network
The Youth at Risk Network have developed an online hub with links to information and resources to support young people during COVID-19.
Australian Skateboarding
Australian Skateboarding have developed an interesting article on why it is important for young people to stay at home during COVID-19.
Parents and Families
There is plenty of useful information available about COVID-19 for parents and families.
Commissioner for Children and Young People
The Commissioner for Children and Young People have created a number of resources to help parents support and speak to their children about COVID-19.
Generation Next
An informative article from clinical psychologist, Andrew Fuller, about how to speak to your teenager about COVID-19.
Meerlinga Parenting Services
Meerlinga are offering a number of online parenting workshops and sessions. Visit their website for upcoming dates.
Playgroup WA
Playgroup WA have launched a Facebook group for families who want to stay connected during COVID-19. They post regular activities and information which are fun and help babies and young children with their development.
Raising Children
Visit the Raising Children website for helpful information for families about talking to children and teenagers about COVID-19.
Parental as Anything with Maggie Dent
A podcast series covering a range of topics relating to parenting during the time of COVID-19