The Australian Government has advised that the Pfizer vaccine is now preferred over the AstraZeneca vaccine for adults aged under 50 who have not yet received a first dose of AstraZeneca.
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The Check in TAS app is used to collect information for contact tracing in the case of a COVID 19 outbreak. From 1 May 2021, Tasmanians and visitors will be required to use the Check in Tas app when visiting businesses, organisations or events.
Public health has declared five areas of Queensland in and around Brisbane and many premises high risk for COVID-19. There are also new high-risk premises in Byron Bay and Suffolk Park in New South Wales.