Pfizer’s Covid‑19 Vaccine Gets the Green Light for 12‑ to 15‑Year‑olds in Australia
In a move that could see the Taylor‑town siblings and their Aussie cousins finally wear those shiny new Covid shields, the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has officially cleared Pfizer’s vaccine for teens aged 12 to 15.
Why It Matters
Australia is currently battling a Delta surge in three states, and the regs at the TGA have digested all the worldwide data before deciding to widen the shot’s reach.
Across the globe, the US, the EU, and the UK have already signed off on giving the jab to kids. Australia just had to make the final thumbs‑up. Until now, the Pfizer shot was reserved for folks 16 and older.
What Happens Next?
The Australian vaccination panel will sort out which kids get priority and when to roll out the shots. Think of it as the school’s guidance counselor deciding who gets the first row on the dance floor.
Australia’s Covid Record
- ~32,400 cases and 915 deaths so far
- Better than many developed countries – but the stop‑and‑start lockdowns and slow vaccine pace have left many feeling restless.
- Just under 15 % of adults are fully vaccinated. The government is aiming to boost this by the end of 2021.
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has even issued an apology for the sluggish rollout, promising to turbo‑charge the inoculation drive.
Bottom line?
The TGA’s approval means teens can now get vaccinated against Delta, helping keep Australia’s communities safer, all while moving toward a fully vaccinated adult population.
