ALL people aged 16 to 39 will be eligible for Pfizer as Victorian authorities become increasingly confident that does will arrive from tomorrow.
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Premier Daniel Andrews said it would essentially open the Pfizer program for nearly all Victorians.
"Only one slight caveat on that - 16 and 17-year-olds are not eligible for Astra," he said.
The government has also announced it will open up 830,000 first dose appointments as authorities become increasingly confident it will smash its targets for getting jabs into arms.
More than 41,000 vaccine appointments are up for grabs across the state and Mr Andrews urged people to book in as soon as possible.
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"They are a mix, pretty much 50/50 of Pfizer and Astra. Please, if you are watching this now or listening to it, please go online, book an appointment," he said.
It's important to remember Victorians can also book to get vaccinated with their local GP or selected pharmacists across the state.
Victorians are required to book their vaccination appointment by visiting coronavirus.vic.gov.au or by phoning the Coronavirus Hotline on 1800 675 398.
Visit coronavirus.vic.gov.au/vaccination-centres for more information on Victoria's vaccination centres, including locations and opening hours.
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