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The latest information on the Coronavirus and how it impacts our Indigenous Communities

AAP

COVID-19 ongoing threat for First Nations people

Vulnerable communities could be at risk of being 'overwhelmed' by COVID-19 if their vaccination rates continue to dwindle, the Queensland Aboriginal and Islander...
NITV News

Aboriginal mother details experience inside Redfern tower COVID cluster

The woman says she has been given no guidance on how to safely clean and disinfect her apartment which has been exposed to the virus for a week.
NITV News

Fourth Aboriginal Elder dies from COVID-19 in under three weeks

The man in his 80s, who died at the St. Mary's Villa aged care home, is the seventh person to die from the virus in Western NSW since the end of August.
OPINION

OPINION: Local knowledge, community connections critical to COVID-19 response

OPINION: It is the agency and ownership of the community that will ensure we are ready and able to thrive again, writes Alistair Ferguson.
The Point

'Urgency': Vaccine blitz to target First Nations communities before lockdowns lift

30 First Nations communities with low immunisation rates are the focus, as Australia moves towards lifting lockdown restrictions.
AAP

Concerns for infected Aboriginal teen as Parklea prison COVID-19 cluster grows

Jayelem has contracted COVID-19 in the Sydney prison. His mother Sheree hasn't heard from the 18-year-old in a fortnight and is concerned about his health due to...
NITV News

Meet the Western NSW town that's currently beating COVID

In Brewarrina, case numbers are low and vaccination rates are high. The tiny town's community spirit and and resolve is keeping them ahead of the Delta variant.

COVID-19 News and Updates

COVID19 Explained

Explainers and policy insight into the Coronavirus pandemic. 

NITV News

Coronavirus Explained: What Is It, How Do You Get It, And When Will We Have A Vaccine?

What is the difference between coronavirus and COVID-19? Does surviving COVID-19 make you immune to it? Should you still wear a mask, even if you're not sick? We have...
NITV News

Coronavirus Explained: Social Distancing And Self-Isolation

What is social distancing? Can we visit older relatives with the kids? Why are the schools still open? We have the answers from the experts to all your...
NITV News

What the new COVID-19 advice means for Indigenous people over 50

Unpacking the recent advice from the Australian government, that asks some Indigenous people over 50 to stay at home.
HEALTH

Stay Healthy: Simple ways to boost your immune system

As the world comes to grips with the Coronavirus pandemic, now is a good time to look at some simple things you can do to make sure your immune system is strong.
18 Mar 2020

What is herd immunity and why has it been discussed as a potential way to fight the coronavirus outbreak?

As COVID-19 starts to sweep through different countries, governments are being forced to work out how to best address the pandemic.

Comments, Opinion and Analysis

Community Comments, Opinion and Analysis regarding the Caronavius. 

OPINION

OPINION: Coronavirus will devastate Aboriginal communities if we don’t act now

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are more vulnerable to COVID-19 than non-Indigenous people, and we must ensure our most vulnerable communities aren't left...
OPINION

OPINION: When inaction can become genocide

OPINION: For courageous leadership and foresight, again, Australia has been left wanting, writes Thomas Mayor.
The Conversation

The other Indigenous coronavirus crisis: disappearing income from art

OPINION: The desperate efforts to lockdown remote First Nations communities to protect against OVID-19 transmission is also having a dire impact on the way many...
Opinion

Chronically ill and keeping my head above water in the midst of COVID-19

OPINION: Everywhere we are being told not to panic, yet the government has failed to show strong leadership and reassurance to the public, and vulnerable mob are...
AAP

COVID-19 restrictions: HOW AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND EFFORTS TO COMBAT COVID-19 DIFFER

A look at the different paths the Australian and New Zealand governments are taking to combat the spread of coronavirus.

Educational Resources

Fun and interactive educational resources for home isolation. 

26 Mar 2020

Warnings about COVID-19 are being translated into Aboriginal languages to reach all Australians

Language barriers in parts of the Northern Territory are being broken down so all Australians can access important messaging about the coronavirus pandemic.
3 Apr 2020

SBS Learn Educational Resources

SBS Learn is a library of educational resources linked to SBS documentaries, dramas, news & current affairs, sport and other productions aired on SBS and its...
1 Sep 2020 - 1:39pm

Statement from Queensland Government Department of Education

3 Apr 2020

Coronavirus Information in 63 Languages

SBS is committed to informing all Australians about the latest coronavirus developments. News and information about coronavirus (COVID-19) is available below in...