In short: A trusted first check for Australians deciding what care they need; it’s information only, and emergencies need 000.
- Free
- Government funded
- Call 000 in emergencies
- Not tested by us
Before you sign up
Checked 2026-09-28 · based on official and public sources · not tested by us
Australia’s national health advice service with a symptom checker, service finder and 24/7 helpline.
Data sheet
Compiled from the public sources linked below
| What it does | Australia’s national health advice service with a symptom checker, service finder and 24/7 helpline. |
|---|---|
| Cost | Free. |
| Sign-up | No sign-up. |
| Operator | Healthdirect Australia Ltd (government-owned) |
| Caution | Serves Australia. Information only; call 000 in emergencies. |
When to use it
People in Australia unsure whether to see a GP, find an after-hours service or call for help.
Before you use it
It gives information only. In an emergency, call 000.
How to use it
- Go to healthdirect.gov.au
- Use the symptom checker or service finder
- Call the 24/7 helpline if you need to talk to someone
Why people use it
healthdirect is funded by the Australian Government and all states and territories, and it handled more than 4 million COVID helpline calls.
Checked 2026-09-28 · compiled from public sources; we have not tested it ourselves. Terms change, so check the official pages before you rely on it. · Official site · Wikipedia: Healthdirect Australia