ACT government won't commit to extra Covid testing site despite huge demand

Kathryn Lewis
Updated June 29 2021 - 7:03pm, first published 2:18pm
Some people have been waiting up to five hours for Covid tests in Canberra. Picture: Karleen Minney
Some people have been waiting up to five hours for Covid tests in Canberra. Picture: Karleen Minney

The ACT government has not committed to opening another COVID-19 testing clinic while Canberrans face wait times of more than five hours, saying it was currently more efficient to boost staff at existing facilities.

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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

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