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Omicron is a new variant of the virus that causes COVID-19. Learn more about this new variant.
The government is now operating in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.
Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care
What we know about the COVID-19 Omicron variant
Find out what we know about Omicron, its severity and transmissibility, and how we are working to protect Australians.