COVID vaccines update March 2023

March 23, 2023

See the latest advice from the Department of Health and ATAGI, relating to COVID-19 vaccines and boosters.

Click the items below to download the recent updates in .pdf format.

Start by reading the COVID-19 Vaccine Provider Bulletin (below) for an overview of what's new. The bulletin provides more information about the resources listed beneath it.

Latest news

April 29, 2026
A statewide investigation has found no evidence of an increased risk of giant cell arteritis (GCA) following COVID-19 vaccination, providing reassurance for clinicians counselling patients about vaccine safety.
April 15, 2026
South Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (SEMPHN) has achieved National Safety and Quality Digital Mental Health (NSQDMH) accreditation for the Medicare Mental Health Phone Program, demonstrating our commitment to safe, high-quality care for service users.
April 14, 2026
SEMPHN is excited to offer a new paid opportunity for accredited practitioners wanting to gain real-world experience in Medication Assisted Treatment of Opioid Dependence (MATOD).