How quickly Australia is vaccinating By state and territory
Nearly 52 per cent of Aussies have had both doses of a COVID-19 vaccine.
The Federal Government said the nation has hit 51.8 per cent of over-16s having both doses, with 76.1 having one dose.
More than two million Australians were vaccinated over the past week, Health Minister Greg Hunt tweeted.
Leading the way in fully vaccinated adults is the ACT, which is at 61.5 per cent fully vaccinated, followed by NSW at 60.4 per cent.
The nation’s reopening plan hinges on coronavirus vaccination rates of 70 per cent, and then 80 per cent, in each state or territory, with NSW today revealing its roadmap out of lockdown.
GPs, pharmacies and state-run hubs – including drive-through clinics – are all doing vaccinations with AstraZeneca, Pfizer and Moderna, and you can book here.
Here are the latest state and territory breakdowns according to the Australian Government.
The numbers are for eligible adults as of September 27.
New South Wales
In NSW, 85.7 per cent of residents have had their first jab and 60.4 per cent are fully vaccinated.
The state has revealed its lockdown exit plan.
Victoria
In Victoria, 77.9 per cent of residents have rolled up their sleeves once.
A total of 47.7 per cent are fully vaccinated.
Residents have been given a lockdown exit plan.
Queensland
The Sunshine State has given 64.1 per cent of people one dose, and 45.1 per cent have had both.
South Australia
A total of 66.1 per cent of South Australians have answered the call to get vaccinated – and 47.8 per cent have had both doses.
Western Australia
Western Australia might be ultra-cautious on reopening, but 63.6 per cent have had their first jab now, and 45.1 per cent are fully vaccinated.
Australian Capital Territory
In the ACT, which is vaccinating faster than any other area, 87.6 per cent of people have had one dose, and 61.5 per cent have both – the highest in the nation.
Northern Territory
In the NT, 65.2 per cent have had at least one dose, and 51.1 per cent are fully vaccinated.
Tasmania
Tasmania has seen 74.9 per cent of people come forward for one dose in a landmark for the state, and 56.6 per cent are fully jabbed.
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