Coronavirus

Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses which may cause illness in animals or humans.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a new virus that can cause an infection in people, including a severe respiratory illness.

The most recently discovered coronavirus causes coronavirus disease COVID-19.

Protecting the health and safety of our community is Council’s top priority. We are closely monitoring all health updates and are responding to important Federal and State Government directives to reduce social contact to help prevent the spread of Covid-19.

Please download a list of current changes here.

The Glenelg Shire have developed a weekly eNewsletter to keep the community informed during this ever changing time.

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Both Portland District Health and Casterton Memorial Hospital are running COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics for the community.

Dates will vary according to supply, and bookings are essential.

To learn more, or to book in for a future clinic, contact your local hospital on the details below:

Appointment options at Portland District Health
1. To secure an appointment call 5521 0352. Leave your details and contact number and staff will return the call within 24-48 hours, or when there is an available appointment based on supply.
2. Register your details at https://bit.ly/pdhvax2021
3. Email vaccination.pdh@swarh.vic.gov.au
4. Another option is to ring Active Health Portland on 5522 1200 and book an appointment for your vaccine.

Appointment options at Casterton Memorial Hospital
1. To secure an appointment call 5554 2555.
2. Email mail@cmh.org.au