and comes as health authorities race to understand the Omicron variant of COVID-19. It means that millions more Australians can get a booster sooner. They will also be able to choose either the Pfizer or Moderna mRNA vaccine.By December 31, more than 4.1 million Australians will be eligible for a booster, compared to about 1.75 million people if the six-month interval had been retained.
A Potts Point nightclub and a Parramatta pub were on Saturday deemed likely exposure venues to the Omicron variant, as NSW recorded its highest daily total of COVID-19 cases since lockdown restrictions were eased in October. On Saturday, the state recorded 560 new cases. There are 45 active cases of the Omicron variant across the state, 31 of which were locally acquired and 14 of which were acquired internationally or on a plane.The Morning Edition newsletter is our guide to the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights.
Laura_R_Chung Deaths fully vaccinated?
Laura_R_Chung Probably nothing
Laura_R_Chung People quarantining, in isolation ,not working; gee WA missing out on all these advantages !