We controlled the spread, but failed the rollouts
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April 10, 2021 12.02am
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COVID-19
We controlled the spread, but failed the rollouts
Australia’s vaccination rate at 3per cent lags behind many developed countries. In contrast to New Zealand with its large stores of Pfizer and three other vaccines, we are primarily reliant on AstraZeneca which has been linked with concerning side effects for those under the age of 50. It means we are under pressure to get more doses of Pfizer and other vaccines, quickly. Worryingly, COVID variants are developing at a fast rate which requires a much more proactive and flexible response. After Australia responded so well in controlling community spread, how has this happened?