Younger people are taking up the AstraZeneca vaccine as Canberra's COVID-19 outbreak worsens

Kathryn Lewis
Miriam Webber
Updated August 20 2021 - 7:59am, first published 5:00am
Eric Usher and his housemate Matthias Wurdack are two young Canberrans who have gotten the AstraZeneca jab. Picture: Keegan Carroll
Eric Usher and his housemate Matthias Wurdack are two young Canberrans who have gotten the AstraZeneca jab. Picture: Keegan Carroll

Young Canberrans are coming out in droves to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with AstraZeneca as the Delta outbreak in the territory has spurred an increase in demand.

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Kathryn Lewis

Kathryn Lewis

Canberra Times Journalist

I am a breaking and general news reporter. Contact me with tips or story ideas at kathryn.lewis@canberratimes.com.au

Miriam Webber

Miriam Webber

Public service and politics reporter

I report on the public service and politics for the Canberra Times. Reach me at miriam.webber@canberratimes.com.au

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