‘We did it’: GPs hailed as Australia passes key COVID-19 vax milestone

More than 80% of Australians aged 16 or over have received a second dose, as of Sunday.
Scott Morrison
Scott Morrison. Photo: AAP

Australia passed another key COVID-19 vaccination milestone on the weekend, with more than 80% of those aged 16 or over now fully vaccinated against the coronavirus.

Nearly 37 million shots have been administered in total since the beginning of the year, including 20.5 million doses given in GP practices and primary care .