Media Release
NT Health NT COVID-19 update – CHO Direction changes
5 April 2022
Changes are being made today to Chief Health Officer (CHO) COVID-19 Directions in the Northern Territory.
These changes are in line with the Territory’s progression to living with COVID-19, which has seen our health goals shift to managing the rate of spread and preventing serious illness.
The updates to our public health controls are also in response to the Territory’s high double-dose COVID-19 vaccination rate, which has been effective in saving lives and reducing the severity of the virus.
Vaccination remains our best defence against COVID-19 and it is important everyone stays up-to-date with their vaccinations. A third dose of the vaccine provides 88 per cent protection against hospitalisation and severe illness from COVID-19.
The CHO will continue to review and update COVID-19 Directions as required to ensure they reflect the current COVID-19 situation in the NT.
Removal of the Territory Vaccine Pass
The Territory Vaccine Pass has been removed. This means proof of vaccination is no longer required to enter certain venues such as bars, pubs, nightclubs, restaurants, casinos, cinemas and theatres.
Infrastructure to support The Territory Check In-App will remain in place.
COVID-19 vaccination
It’s important everyone aged 16 years and over has their booster dose. Three doses of the vaccine significantly reduces the risk of getting really sick from COVID-19 and will help protect against future strains of the virus.
People aged 16 years and over are eligible for a booster dose three months after they have received their second dose. People who have had COVID-19, can get vaccinated as soon as they have recovered.
All children aged 5-11 years should get the vaccine to protect themselves and the community from COVID-19. Children need two doses of the vaccine, eight weeks apart.
The COVID-19 vaccine is available at NT Health Vaccination Centres, participating GP clinics, respiratory clinics and Aboriginal health clinics. Book online here or call the COVID-19 Hotline on 1800 490 484.
To reduce the risk of COVID-19 spreading in our communities, it is important for everyone to follow all health directions:
If you have symptoms, stay away from others and get tested for COVID-19 here
