Well... one reason may be that they can no longer justify quarantine. If we look at the reason why we have quarantine, it's to stop severe illness or death if the virus hits vulnerable populations. If the vaccines work as the CHO says, that risk will drop to a reasonable/acceptable level.
The Cth originally outlined that all of Australia would be vaccinated by the end of October. They've now advised the vaccination program wil start a good six weeks earlier than planned, so that should give an end date of mid September rather than the end of October. And those at the end will be low risk anyway.
So that time - mid September - fits nicely with the date they need to decide whether to extend the emergency ban on departures/arrivals. So September at this stage is looking reasonable IMO.
So slow, what a disgrace. Israel is doing it faster. The existing regular flu shot method was a disaster.
Suggestion for Australia , I am taking liberties here:-
Vaccination Centre set up at local Synagogue. I believe even the Sabbath would be ok(medical emergency), and plenty of doctors/GP's at hand. The orthodox have to walk it anyway.
St Mary's. Catholics can join in too, and the collection plate will be heavier.
Church goers are reliable and likely an older more aged group. Lots of catholic GP's.
Set one up at a busy central train station. Control the workload by age, and day of week you were born on - those those who see it and miss out, will be more eager the next day..
Now the irresponsible youngsters. Put on a rolling concert in the park. Entrance fee is medicare card and the jab on entry, limited numbers on some 'like'. The USA is using football and basketball stadiums.
And one at the Airports - anyone with any airport business needs a jab.
Premium city carparks another good location, when below 60 comes up.
I can see the groupthink will be to fill in a form, and sign away medical responsibility form first.
Wrong. This administrative BS means poorer herd coverage.
