The Government’s swift and decisive response, made possible by our strong budget position leading into the crisis, has saved lives and livelihoods and has seen Australia outperform most advanced economies and trading partners in health and economic outcomes in 2020.

The Government has committed $9.4 billion to build capacity and capability to support the health response to the coronavirus pandemic. The Government has prioritised the protection of Australians, including vulnerable groups such as the elderly and those with chronic conditions from coronavirus.