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Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination for residential aged care workers

Prime Minister Scott Morrison makes an announcement on Monday evening while isolating at The Lodge, following a National Cabinet meeting.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Monday evening Source: SBS

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The decision has been welcomed with words of warning by leaders in the sector. The AstraZeneca vaccine is now available to all adults.

For health and support measures currently in place in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in your language, visit sbs.com.au/coronavirus

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