COVID-19 Response Inquiry Summary Report: Lessons for the next crisis

On 21 September 2023, the Prime Minister the Hon Anthony Albanese MP announced an independent inquiry into Australia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The report summary identifies key issues from the inquiry.

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COVID-19 Response Inquiry Summary: Lessons for the Next Crisis
© Commonwealth of Australia 2024 ISBN: 978‑1‑925365‑58‑0 (online)

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