Mayor Encourages Vaccinations

Published on 22 September 2021

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Mayor James Hayes is encouraging the communities of the Snowy Valleys to roll up their sleeve and get vaccinated.

As of 19 September, 78.7% of people aged 16 and over in the Snowy Valleys had received their first dose of a COVID vaccine, with 46.1% having received their second (Australian Government Dept Health figures).

“Supporting the community to get vaccinated is my priority,” Cr Hayes said.

“We’ve been incredibly fortunate so far to have avoided active cases in the Snowy Valleys. It’s imperative that we are as well fortified as we can be as a community for when the virus does eventually make its way here. That means vaccination. High vaccination rates for Snowy Valleys means that we have a strong chance at keeping our vulnerable safe and recovering quickly as a community and economy when we have active cases.

“As Mayor I continue to promote vaccination for the people of Snowy Valleys. In relation to the matter involving Councillor Larter and his personal position regarding mandatory vaccination, that does not impact on my position in encouraging vaccination in our community.

“I will continue to advocate to government to ensure that the communities of Snowy Valleys have appropriate and timely access to the vaccines - this remains a top priority.

“We’re looking at all options. We need to be as ready as we can be for when the state opens up, to ensure our most vulnerable are well protected, and the only way to do that is by lifting the vaccination rates of the Snowy Valleys,” he said.

Cr Hayes has also recognised the efforts of the local GP and pharmacist network in recent weeks mobilising to have vaccines and appointments available.

"I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our local clinicians and pharmacists rolling out the local vaccination program; they have been working tirelessly to keep our community safe. You have and will continue to play a critical role in difficult times".

You can book your vaccination by visiting the NSW Health Eligibility Checker or contacting your local GP or Pharmacy.

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