NT COVID vaccination rates spark concern about reopening, but Minister says there's no time to wait
3 years, 5 months ago

NT COVID vaccination rates spark concern about reopening, but Minister says there's no time to wait

ABC  

The general manager of one of Australia's most remote health organisations is concerned about the low rates of vaccination as the Northern Territory plots its path out of pandemic restrictions. Key points: The NT government says it cannot guarantee unvaccinated residents' safety The NT's data suggests that 80 per cent of the population will be fully vaccinated by November Those figures are at odds with the Commonwealth's and the NT Opposition says rates are "abysmally low" NT officials expect to reach the target of 80 per cent of people over 16 being fully vaccinated in November, meaning it will move into stage three of its COVID-19 national plan, which will see border restrictions change depending immunisation status. But Barb Shaw from Tennant Creek's Anyinginyi Health Corporation said only 16.3 per cent of Indigenous people across the Barkly region were fully vaccinated at the end of September. No time to wait, Minister says NT Health Minister Natasha Fyles said that despite low vaccination rates in Central Australia and the Barkly regions, the national plan would not be delayed. According to the Commonwealth data, which relies on addresses associated with Medicare details, the NT's first jab sits at 68.42 per cent — 11.58 per cent lower than the 80 per cent reported.

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Two COVID-19 deaths in South Australia as state government launches primary school vaccination hubs
2 years, 10 months ago

Two COVID-19 deaths in South Australia as state government launches primary school vaccination hubs

ABC  

Two people with COVID-19 have died in South Australia as the state government launches an initiative to increase the vaccination rate among children. Key points: A man and a woman in their 70s have died after contracting COVID-19 Vaccine hubs at primary schools will start next Friday Professor Nicola Spurrier says nine children in SA have developed a rare but …

Victoria could be hitting the peak of its latest COVID-19 wave. So what comes next?
2 years, 11 months ago

Victoria could be hitting the peak of its latest COVID-19 wave. So what comes next?

ABC  

Over the past few days, a barely perceptible trend has emerged in Victoria's daily tally of COVID-19 infections. "Hopefully we only ever replace one case with less than one now and we'll keep that reproductive number below one and see the numbers come down," Professor Bennett says. Professor Blakely says that's because while vaccines stop people getting seriously ill, "they …

Australia travel rules: Everything you need to know as nation reopens to vaccinated tourists
2 years, 11 months ago

Australia travel rules: Everything you need to know as nation reopens to vaccinated tourists

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The general principle is: “Children aged under 12 years count as fully vaccinated for travel purposes.” However, the rules state …

Australia to FINALLY reopen to tourists on February 21, says Scott Morrison
3 years, 1 month ago

Australia to FINALLY reopen to tourists on February 21, says Scott Morrison

Daily Mail  

Australia's borders will finally open to international tourists on February 21 after almost two years of closure to keep out Covid-19. Pictured: A traveller at Sydney Airport Serbian tennis player Novak Djokovic was sent home after he entered Australia without being fully vaccinated, meaning he could not play in the Australian Open Mr Morrison said the decision was taken because …

Australia will reopen to fully vaccinated travelers in 2 weeks
3 years, 1 month ago

Australia will reopen to fully vaccinated travelers in 2 weeks

NPR  

Australia will reopen to fully vaccinated travelers in 2 weeks Enlarge this image toggle caption Kelly Defina/Getty Images Kelly Defina/Getty Images Australia will reopen to fully vaccinated travelers beginning Feb. 21, officials announced Monday. Prime Minister Scott Morrison noted at a news conference that Australia has progressively opened its borders through programs with New Zealand, Singapore, Japan and South Korea, …

Australia to open borders to vaccinated tourists on February 21
3 years, 1 month ago

Australia to open borders to vaccinated tourists on February 21

Al Jazeera  

Australia to welcome international travellers back nearly two years after closing its borders. Australia will reopen its borders to fully vaccinated tourists from February 21, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced, ending some of the world’s strictest and longest-running pandemic travel restrictions. “It’s almost two years since we took the decision to close the borders to Australia,” Morrison said during …

NT Aboriginal groups accuse government of 'significant failure' managing COVID outbreak
3 years, 1 month ago

NT Aboriginal groups accuse government of 'significant failure' managing COVID outbreak

ABC  

The NT's peak Aboriginal health groups have written a scathing letter to Chief Minister Michael Gunner, accusing the government of "significant failure" in managing the territory's current COVID-19 outbreak. Key points: The NT has reported record numbers of caseloads and hospitalisations Nine out of 10 people with COVID-19 in NT hospitals are Indigenous Mr Gunner said the NT's current public …

WA's COVID-19 border will stay shut indefinitely. What now, and when might the state reopen?
3 years, 2 months ago

WA's COVID-19 border will stay shut indefinitely. What now, and when might the state reopen?

ABC  

Two years into the pandemic, Western Australia once again has been left indefinitely closed off to the rest of the world. Late last year, WA Premier Mark McGowan announced a February 5 reopening to interstate and international travellers, describing that date at the time as "locked in". But in an extraordinary evening press conference barely two weeks from that date, …

Has Queensland hit its COVID-19 vaccine ceiling?
3 years, 2 months ago

Has Queensland hit its COVID-19 vaccine ceiling?

ABC  

Queensland is expected to cross the 90 per cent vaccination rate threshold for those aged 16 and over this week, but data shows the pace that people are getting vaccinated has slowed. Queensland's Deputy Premier Steven Miles said all that was needed to achieve that goal was "for all of those people who have had their first dose to get …

A great COVID-19 divide is widening in Western Australia as the state edges towards its reopening date
3 years, 2 months ago

A great COVID-19 divide is widening in Western Australia as the state edges towards its reopening date

ABC  

Two West Australian epidemiologists are calling for the state's border opening to be delayed to avoid a potential health "catastrophe" but, in a clear divide, key sectors of the economy warn any delay would be disastrous for jobs and businesses. Key points: The emergence of Omicron has split opinion over Western Australia's February 5 reopening There is concern about the …

COVID-19 vaccinations for NSW children delayed or cancelled as Sydney clinics hit with delivery issues
3 years, 2 months ago

COVID-19 vaccinations for NSW children delayed or cancelled as Sydney clinics hit with delivery issues

ABC  

Suzannah Nicholson's seven-year-old son, Angus, was due to get his first COVID-19 jab today at their local GP clinic in Glebe in Sydney's inner-west. Key points: Dr Danielle McMullen says vaccinations for 5-11-year-olds will not be completed before school starts Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt says there are three million vaccines available for this age group In the 12-15-year age …

National cabinet agrees to stand up vaccination hubs for COVID-19 boosters, after a quarter were closed
3 years, 3 months ago

National cabinet agrees to stand up vaccination hubs for COVID-19 boosters, after a quarter were closed

ABC  

State and territory leaders have agreed to stand up state vaccination hubs and other clinics that have closed since the COVID-19 vaccination rush in October and November, as the Omicron variant continues to spread. Key points: National Cabinet has agreed to review interstate travel testing requirements State vaccination hubs will be stood up again to increase booster rates Immunisation experts …

Epidemiologist warns WA border reopening should be delayed as Mark McGowan reveals date
3 years, 3 months ago

Epidemiologist warns WA border reopening should be delayed as Mark McGowan reveals date

ABC  

A West Australian epidemiologist has warned the state's Premier Mark McGowan to reconsider opening the state's border early next year as the Omicron COVID-19 variant continues to spark concern. Key points: Dr Zoe Hyde says it would be unwise to reopen WA early next year She says more data on Omicron is needed Dr Hyde believes hospitalisations and deaths are …

What will the opening of Queensland's COVID-19 borders mean for the state's least-vaccinated regions?
3 years, 3 months ago

What will the opening of Queensland's COVID-19 borders mean for the state's least-vaccinated regions?

ABC  

With a week until the Queensland border reopens, authorities have warned that the virus will come and "hunt down" the unvaccinated. Key points: Regional outbreaks would put further strain on local health services Even those who are vaccinated could be more at risk in those areas as the virus spreads The virus is likely to hit larger cities and tourist …

Queensland reopening and NSW COVID-19 border bubble rules explained
3 years, 3 months ago

Queensland reopening and NSW COVID-19 border bubble rules explained

ABC  

Queensland is bringing forward its much-awaited reopening, dropping border restrictions for all interstate travellers from December 13 — four days earlier than predicted — and opening up movement in the NSW border zone for residents. Freedom of movement in border zone Fully vaccinated border residents will be able to move freely across the border, though they will need a border …

What COVID lessons can Tasmania learn from South Australia's border reopening?
3 years, 3 months ago

What COVID lessons can Tasmania learn from South Australia's border reopening?

ABC  

As Tasmania's border reopening looms, there is plenty of anticipation about what will happen when the clock strikes midnight on December 15 and people from COVID-19 hotspots can enter the state. Key points: Authorities say Tasmania's high vaccination rate will help it deal with the inevitable infections Unions have expressed concerns over the readiness of the health system to cope …

South Australia opened its borders to COVID-19. So, what have we learned?
3 years, 3 months ago

South Australia opened its borders to COVID-19. So, what have we learned?

ABC  

South Australia this week went where no other state — possibly no other jurisdiction — has gone before. Key points: SA opened its borders to NSW, ACT and Victoria last Tuesday As of Saturday, 10 positive cases had been recorded in interstate travellers Close contacts of positive cases still need to quarantine After enjoying months without a single case of …

Renewed calls to delay NT border reopening until Indigenous vaccination rates increase
3 years, 3 months ago

Renewed calls to delay NT border reopening until Indigenous vaccination rates increase

ABC  

Low vaccination rates in some Indigenous communities mean that while Australia is opening up, remote communities are at serious risk, according to health experts. Key points: Elective surgery has been delayed, with the NT hospital system already overstretched Vaccination rates remain low in many communities as health services go door to door Aboriginal health organisations want the border reopening plan …

South Australian Premier Steven Marshall outlines COVID-19 requirements ahead of state border reopening
3 years, 4 months ago

South Australian Premier Steven Marshall outlines COVID-19 requirements ahead of state border reopening

ABC  

Fully vaccinated travellers from central Sydney and Melbourne will be allowed into South Australia when borders open on Tuesday, the state's Premier announced today. Key points: Fully vaccinated travellers from Victoria and New South Wales will be permitted to enter SA from Tuesday, except for Byron Bay Anyone entering South Australia will need to register their details Exemptions can still …

SA on track to open next week, despite several areas with low vaccination rates
3 years, 4 months ago

SA on track to open next week, despite several areas with low vaccination rates

ABC  

South Australia is on track to open its borders from next week, despite low vaccination rates in several communities, the state's health chief says. Key points: Regional communities and areas north of Adelaide are lagging in vaccinations South Australia's Chief Public Health officer says she is worried about those areas ahead of the state border reopening She says authorities will …

South Australian authorities announce further details for border reopening on November 23
3 years, 4 months ago

South Australian authorities announce further details for border reopening on November 23

ABC  

Fully vaccinated South Australians will only have to quarantine for seven days if they are deemed a close contact of a COVID-19 case, under new rules when borders reopen on November 23. Key points: South Australia will open its borders on November 23 Authorities today revealed further details about plans to trace, test and isolate COVID-19 cases after that date …

Queensland COVID-19 border reopening details revealed after vaccine threshold hit as state records zero new local cases
3 years, 4 months ago

Queensland COVID-19 border reopening details revealed after vaccine threshold hit as state records zero new local cases

ABC  

The Queensland government has brought forward the opening of the state's border to some fully vaccinated travellers from interstate COVID-19 hotspots, with people able to apply for their border passes from 5:00pm on Monday. Key points: There are strict criteria travellers will need to meet before entering More than 40,000 vaccines were administered by Queensland Health over the weekend If …

Covid-19 Australia: Queensland reopens domestic travel with NSW and Victoria
3 years, 4 months ago

Covid-19 Australia: Queensland reopens domestic travel with NSW and Victoria

Daily Mail  

Queensland has reopened its state border to fully-vaccinated NSW and Victoria residents for the first time in months - but with tough quarantine and travel rules. Queensland has reopened its state border to fully-vaccinated NSW and Victoria residents for the first time in months - but with tough quarantine and travel rules The reopening of the border comes with tough …

COVID-19 vaccination drive at Multicultural Festival as SA authorities aim for 80 per cent target
3 years, 4 months ago

COVID-19 vaccination drive at Multicultural Festival as SA authorities aim for 80 per cent target

ABC  

South Australian health authorities have made another plea for communities with low vaccination rates to get immunised against COVID-19, nine days before the state significantly relaxes its border restrictions. Key points: Almost 74 per cent of South Australians aged 16 and over are now double-vaccinated Authorities are continuing to push to boost that number ahead of border restrictions easing on …

NT vaccine mandate deadline has business looking for clarity — and 'loopholes' — while public service impact still unclear
3 years, 4 months ago

NT vaccine mandate deadline has business looking for clarity — and 'loopholes' — while public service impact still unclear

ABC  

The Northern Territory Chief Minister has told businesses not to look for loopholes around an impending coronavirus vaccine mandate, after the Chief Health Officer issued a series of last-minute changes to the rules. Key points: The NT's wide-ranging coronavirus vaccine mandate applies from midnight tonight The CHO has shut down a Darwin gym's plan to separate out "vulnerable" customers The …

Spike in rates of Indigenous people in the NT getting vaccinated during COVID-19 lockdown
3 years, 4 months ago

Spike in rates of Indigenous people in the NT getting vaccinated during COVID-19 lockdown

ABC  

There has been a huge spike in the number of Indigenous Territorians rolling up their sleeves to be vaccinated amid the Northern Territory's most recent COVID scare, according to federal figures. Key points: NT Health and AMSANT have entered into a new data-sharing agreement New rules for travellers entering remote communities with low vaccination rates will apply next week Aboriginal …

NT COVID vaccination target for remote communities 'isn't ideal', says Indigenous health expert
3 years, 4 months ago

NT COVID vaccination target for remote communities 'isn't ideal', says Indigenous health expert

ABC  

Health experts say the Northern Territory's new target to vaccinate 80 per cent of remote residents aged five and older "isn't ideal" and the goalpost must be shifted closer to 100 per cent. Key points: Half of the residents in remote Aboriginal communities managed by NT Health are fully vaccinated In communities with low vaccination rates, the NT Government will …

NT government sets new remote community COVID vaccination targets and health measures
3 years, 4 months ago

NT government sets new remote community COVID vaccination targets and health measures

ABC  

The Northern Territory government will introduce new COVID-19 health measures for some people travelling to some remote communities while a key vaccination target remains out of reach. Key points: A vaccination target of 80 per cent in people aged five years and over has been set in remote communities Travellers into some communities will soon be required to wear masks …

Concern ahead of the NT's vaccine mandate deadline as lockouts test agency readiness
3 years, 4 months ago

Concern ahead of the NT's vaccine mandate deadline as lockouts test agency readiness

ABC  

The Northern Territory government is yet to release data on vaccination rates of public servants working in schools, healthcare and the police force ahead of the looming deadline for its vaccine mandate. Key points: NT unions say a vaccine mandate could impact frontline government agencies But the NT government is yet to release data on the vaccination rates of public …

Covid-19 travel: Sydney to further ease curbs on Monday as vaccinations pick up
3 years, 4 months ago

Covid-19 travel: Sydney to further ease curbs on Monday as vaccinations pick up

Hindustan Times  

Australia's largest city of Sydney will further ease social distancing curbs on Monday, a month after emerging from a coronavirus lockdown that lasted nearly 100 days, as close to 90% of people have got both doses of vaccine, officials said. Patrons dine-in at a bar by the harbour in the wake of coronavirus disease regulations easing, following an extended lockdown …

Tourism Council says WA at 'disadvantage' on borders as business urges COVID-19 vaccination
3 years, 4 months ago

Tourism Council says WA at 'disadvantage' on borders as business urges COVID-19 vaccination

ABC  

The tourism and travel sectors have expressed deep disappointment the McGowan government has not set a date to reopen Western Australia, saying it is urgently needed to allow them to plan and visitors to book tickets. Key points: WA will reopen its border when the vaccination rate reaches 90 per cent WA will reopen its border when the vaccination rate …

Tasmania tweaks December 15 border plan to drop pre-travel COVID tests for low-risk states
3 years, 4 months ago

Tasmania tweaks December 15 border plan to drop pre-travel COVID tests for low-risk states

ABC  

Fully vaccinated travellers from low-risk areas will not have to provide a negative COVID-19 test when entering Tasmania under a tweak to the state's December 15 border reopening plan, Premier Peter Gutwein has announced. Key points: The 72-hour pre-travel testing requirement will remain in place for high-risk areas As of today, 90 per cent of eligible Tasmanians have had at …

Mark McGowan announces plan for Western Australia to reopen border at 90 per cent COVID-19 vaccination rate
3 years, 4 months ago

Mark McGowan announces plan for Western Australia to reopen border at 90 per cent COVID-19 vaccination rate

ABC  

Premier Mark McGowan says Western Australia will open up its borders when 90 per cent of the state's population aged above 12 years old is fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Key points: WA will reopen its border when the vaccination rate reaches 90 per cent That could be achieved in late January or early February A specific date will be set …

NT government removes regional COVID-19 vaccine data as Chief Minister admits figures are wrong
3 years, 4 months ago

NT government removes regional COVID-19 vaccine data as Chief Minister admits figures are wrong

ABC  

The Northern Territory government has removed a key set of public-facing COVID-19 vaccine data from its website after questions were raised about its accuracy. Key points: The data showed the remote Barkly area had a first-dose rate of 96 per cent The Chief Minister today admitted that figure was wrong The federal government and NT government have been tracking the …

Missed out on a COVID-19 vaccine this weekend in Queensland? It's not too late
3 years, 4 months ago

Missed out on a COVID-19 vaccine this weekend in Queensland? It's not too late

ABC  

As the days tick over towards December 17, a key vaccination milestone for family and friends entering the state in time for Christmas, pressure is mounting to get Queenslanders fully vaccinated. Key points: Surf clubs, theme parks and high schools have been hosting pop-up vaccine clinics It is not too late for the unvaccinated to get the jab and there …

Government slammed over pandemic bill as Victoria records 1,534 new local COVID-19 cases and 13 deaths
3 years, 4 months ago

Government slammed over pandemic bill as Victoria records 1,534 new local COVID-19 cases and 13 deaths

ABC  

The president of the Victorian Bar has slammed the government's proposed pandemic law, calling it the biggest challenge to the rule of law in the state in decades. Victoria has recorded 1,534 new local COVID-19 cases and 13 deaths as the state moves closer to fully vaccinating 80 per cent of its population aged 16 and over. Victoria's COVID-19 response …

Victorians gear up for 'COVID normal' as state reopens, health experts urge caution
3 years, 4 months ago

Victorians gear up for 'COVID normal' as state reopens, health experts urge caution

ABC  

It's been a gruelling 20 months for many Victorians who have gone in and out of lockdown, but on Friday the state is set to welcome a raft of new freedoms — and will potentially say goodbye to some COVID-19 restrictions once and for all. Key points: Victoria will move to a "vaccinated economy" once it hits 90 per cent …

Regional Queensland set to miss 80pc COVID-19 vaccination target for state borders reopen, authorities warn
3 years, 4 months ago

Regional Queensland set to miss 80pc COVID-19 vaccination target for state borders reopen, authorities warn

ABC  

The man in charge of Queensland's COVID-19 vaccination rollout says he is "really happy" with weekend turnout but warns vaccination rates in parts of regional Queensland will not meet targets set by the state government. Key points: Deputy Commissioner Shane Chelepy says COVID complacency is a problem in regional areas He says some regions won't hit the 80pc double vaccination …

Melbourne reopens as world's most locked-down city eases COVID-19 curbs
3 years, 4 months ago

Melbourne reopens as world's most locked-down city eases COVID-19 curbs

Firstpost  

The second biggest city in Australia spent more than 260 days under lockdown since the beginning of the pandemic Melbourne: Melbourne reopened on Friday after enduring one of the world’s most prolonged series of lockdowns, with relieved residents toasting their freedom in bars and restaurants or queuing for desperately needed haircuts. “As my kids say — there’s a big vibe …

Melbourne reopens as world’s most locked-down city eases limits
3 years, 5 months ago

Melbourne reopens as world’s most locked-down city eases limits

Al Jazeera  

State Premier Daniel Andrews promises there will be ‘no more lockdowns’ as Victoria hits its vaccination targets. Australia’s second-largest city has so far endured 262 days, or nearly nine months, of restrictions during six separate lockdowns since March 2020, representing the longest cumulative lockdown for any city in the world. “I have urged our customer base, make sure you have …

Victoria records 2,232 new local COVID-19 cases and 12 deaths as lockdown exit nears
3 years, 5 months ago

Victoria records 2,232 new local COVID-19 cases and 12 deaths as lockdown exit nears

ABC  

Victoria has recorded 2,232 new local cases of COVID-19 and 12 deaths, as metropolitan Melbourne and Mildura prepare to leave lockdown tonight. But he said the restriction on travelling between Melbourne and regional areas would remain in place, as planned, until the 80 per cent double goal was reached.He described the state's vaccination rates as "truly phenomenal". "We've made a …

WA will not ease COVID-19 hard border with NSW and Victoria prior to Christmas
3 years, 5 months ago

WA will not ease COVID-19 hard border with NSW and Victoria prior to Christmas

ABC  

The WA Premier has again ruled out opening the border to higher risk states in time for Christmas, while announcing travellers from Queensland will no longer need to quarantine from this Friday. Key points: WA will not open to NSW and Victoria in time for Christmas But Queensland will be reclassified as very low risk from Friday It means travellers …

What will life be like when Queensland reopens? How many COVID-19 cases will it see? What restrictions will be eased?
3 years, 5 months ago

What will life be like when Queensland reopens? How many COVID-19 cases will it see? What restrictions will be eased?

ABC  

Queensland's days as a 'COVID-zero' state are numbered. From December 17 fully vaccinated domestic travellers from COVID-19 hotspots will be allowed into the state without quarantining under a re-opening plan now in train by the state government. Alongside the push to massively boost the state's vaccination rate, especially in regional areas, the state government has also flagged significant changes to …

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announces COVID-19 roadmap to reopening as state records zero local cases
3 years, 5 months ago

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announces COVID-19 roadmap to reopening as state records zero local cases

ABC  

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has outlined a roadmap to reopen the state's borders to COVID-19 hotspots for fully vaccinated people by Christmas. Key points: The Premier says how quickly the milestones are hit depends on vaccination roll-out It's predicted 80 per cent of Queensland's eligible population will be full vaccinated by December 17 Direct international arrivals will be able to …

Melbourne businesses unsatisfied as government tries striking balance with COVID-19 roadmap update
3 years, 5 months ago

Melbourne businesses unsatisfied as government tries striking balance with COVID-19 roadmap update

ABC  

Victorians are divided over the state government's expediting of roadmap freedoms, with businesses claiming health authorities are being too conservative with their reopening steps. Key points: Victorian business owners have criticised the latest lockdown easings as too conservative Retail must remain closed until the state reaches 80 per cent vaccination Workers in the healthcare sector say they are anxious about …

Thousands of Queenslanders hold the key to opening the state's borders by Christmas
3 years, 5 months ago

Thousands of Queenslanders hold the key to opening the state's borders by Christmas

ABC  

Queenslanders' ability to make cross-border plans for Christmas will depend on thousands of people who still haven’t received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, authorities say. Key points: The state government says it cannot set a date for opening borders The state government says it cannot set a date for opening borders Tourism bodies say they need time to …

Around five per cent of West Australians won't get COVID-19 vaccine, internal modelling shows
3 years, 5 months ago

Around five per cent of West Australians won't get COVID-19 vaccine, internal modelling shows

ABC  

WA's Vaccine Commander voiced his concern after viewing internal research indicating about 15 per cent of the state's population were still hesitant about getting the COVID-19 vaccination. Key points: WA's vaccination rate is expected to slow after the 80 per cent milestone WA's vaccination rate is expected to slow after the 80 per cent milestone About 15 per cent of …

Australia: Melbourne to bring an end to world’s longest lockdowns
3 years, 5 months ago

Australia: Melbourne to bring an end to world’s longest lockdowns

Al Jazeera  

When Melbourne’s lockdown ends this week, it will have been under six lockdowns totalling 262 days since March 2020. By the time the curbs are lifted, the city of five million people will have been under six lockdowns totalling 262 days since March 2020. “We are instead locking people out who have not got vaccinated to protect themselves and protect …

COVID vaccine bookings surge after NT government mandate announcement, but policy still faces some resistance
3 years, 5 months ago

COVID vaccine bookings surge after NT government mandate announcement, but policy still faces some resistance

ABC  

Bookings for the COVID-19 vaccine in the Northern Territory have surged since the NT government announced one of Australia's widest-ranging vaccination mandates for workers last week, according to new figures. Key points: The NT government's vaccination mandate requires workers in public-facing roles to be fully vaccinated by December 24 Government data shows vaccine bookings surged in the 24 hours following …

Sydney to end COVID-19 quarantine for international travellers
3 years, 5 months ago

Sydney to end COVID-19 quarantine for international travellers

Live Mint  

Sydney will end its COVID-19 quarantine for fully vaccinated international travellers from Nov. 1, New South Wales Premier Dominic Perrottet said on Friday, foreshadowing the full return of overseas travel after more than 19 months. The federal government's reopening plans unveiled in July proposed abolishing caps on returning vaccinated Australians and a gradual reopening of international travel with safe countries …

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