Booster shots for Victorians already double vaccinated could be the key to those who haven't had the COVID-19 jab getting their freedom back.
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Almost all restrictions will be scrapped for the double-dosed when the state hits its 90 per cent full vaccinated target, forecast for November 24.
Premier Daniel Andrews reiterated the unvaccinated will remain locked out of most venues indefinitely.
"We're very clear that the vaccinated economy is here to stay," he told reporters.
"Exactly how long? I know that's an unfair question, but it's a little bit challenging for us to answer that because we do have to see what role the boosters play."
Booster shots began on Monday for those who had their second jab at least six months ago, with about 1.7 million Australians who will need a booster shot by Christmas.
Based on feedback, the premier said vaccinated Victorians don't want to sit in pubs and restaurants next to their unvaccinated counterparts who have made the "wrong choice" in refusing the jab.
He again urged those choosing to avoid the vaccination to reconsider.
It comes as Victoria braces to pass 100,000 total COVID-19 infections since the pandemic began.
Tuesday's further 1069 infections pushed the state's case total to 99,183, with 15,607 still active.
It was the sixth consecutive day Victoria reported a daily infection number above 1000.
Australian Associated Press
