Coronavirus (COVID-19) update

COVID-19 Update

Melbourne update

Positive cases and close contacts – update 12 October

From 11:59pm on Wednesday, 12 October, the pandemic declaration in Victoria ended. Victorians will no longer be required to isolate after testing positive to COVID-19, with isolation for positive cases now strongly recommended.

If you are considered to be a close contact, it is strongly recommended that you wear a mask indoors and continue to use rapid antigen tests.

Vaccination Status
As per the Victorian Government guidelines, students and visitors attending the Melbourne campus are no longer required to show their vaccination status on entry. Staff are still required to be fully vaccinated to attend campus or have a valid medical exemption.

Face Masks
Face masks are no longer required for staff and students attending campus, although they remain highly recommended when physical distancing is not possible.

Campus Access, QR Codes and Signing In
The Melbourne campus is now accessible from multiple entrances and buildings, including from La Trobe Street, King Street and Little Lonsdale Street. The Angliss Restaurant entrance will be open only during service periods.

There is no requirement to check in via the Services Victoria app or swipe your student or staff card to sign in on entry.
 

Vaccinations available

For Melbourne students:

How to book a vaccination appointment
The Institute is not offering COVID-19 vaccinations but you can book an appointment in Victoria by visiting the Victorian Government's COVID-19 vaccine online booking system or contact the Coronavirus hotline by phoning 1800 675 398.

Flu Vaccinations
Flu vaccinations are available at the Institute's Medical Centre, at a cost of $20 but you will need to book in advance. To book a flu shot, please call 03 9606 2208.

If you are an international student, you will require an Individual Health Identifier number – you can get this by:

Online Request

• Create an account and sign in to myGov
• Select services or link your first service.
• Select IHI service from the list.

Using a Form
For more information visit Study Melbourne.

Please refer to the Victorian Department of Health and Human Services information on what to bring to your vaccine appointment.

Sydney Update

Students in NSW are no longer required to show their vaccination status or register their attendance via the QR Code on entry to campus.

Face masks are no longer required for staff and students attending campus, although they remain highly recommended when physical distancing is not possible.

The latest rules and regulations from NSW Health are available here.

Students are encouraged to please regularly check their student email for the latest information. Alternatively, contact +612 9125 5111 or trainingnsw@angliss.edu.au

How to book a vaccination appointment:

To book an appointment in NSW, visit the NSW Government's COVID-19 vaccine online booking system or contact the Coronavirus hotline by phoning 1800 020 080.

If you are an international student and do not have a Medicare Card, you will require an Individual Health Identifier number – you can get this by:

Online Request

• Create account and sign in to myGov.
• Select services or link your first service.
• Select IHI service from the list.

Using a Form

For more information visit NSW Department of Health.

Please refer to the NSW Department of Health for information on what to bring to your vaccine appointment.

Vaccination bookings may also be made with your local GP however this may incur a fee.

Vaccinations and Study

If students are getting a vaccination, they are encouraged to please consider getting their first dose before any major assessments. However, it's recommended that they do not get their first vaccine on the day of or the day before any assessment or exam to avoid feeling common but mild side effects such as tiredness, headache, muscle pain, fever and chills and joint pain.

If the vaccination booking is during class hours, students are encouraged to discuss their vaccination with their teacher to minimise disruption to their learning. For more information, visit eligibility in NSW.

Current Student Information

For further information, students should contact their teacher or program leader and check myWAI for the latest updates.
Our student FAQs are also regularly updated as study-related advice is available.

For students in other states:

• National Department of Health Coronavirus hotline: 1800 675 398
• National COVID-19 vaccine helpline: 1800 020 080

CURRENT STUDENT INFORMATION

If you require further information please contact your teacher or program leader and check myWAI for the latest updates.

Our student FAQs are also regularly updated as study-related advice is available.

 The Institute continues to follow the expert advice of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), which is consistent with the Commonwealth Chief Medical Officer and Department of Health advice, and the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT) in relation to COVID-19.

Government Resources

The following government resources are being updated regularly and we recommend you check them for the latest public information.

• Victorian Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
• NSW Department of Health
• DHHS COVID-19 self-assessment guidance
• Getting Tested - Victoria
• Getting Tested - NSW
• Australian Government Department of Health
• Department of Home Affairs
• Smartraveller
• Social distancing information
• Self-isolation information
• The Victorian Government and Australian Government COVID-19 hotlines also offer 24/7 advice and information:
  • 1800 675 398 (Victoria Department of Health and Human Services)
  • 1800 020 080 (Australian Department of Health) 

We will continue to keep this website updated as information changes and are regularly communicating with our students and staff.