Leave it to the Tasmanians to solve the COVID comms problems

As Sydney looks set to be plunged into another week of (somewhat relaxed – hell, we can still exercise in groups of ten anywhere in Greater Metropolitan Sydney) lockdown, the debate rages on as to how the Australian Government needs to get on top of its communications plan for COVID-safe living and mass vaccinations.

Don’t worry, though, it looks like the Tasmanians are ready to take the lead. From today, those from the Apple Isle over 16 will be required to check-in when entering a venue, no matter how long they stay.

From today, Tasmanians aged 16 years and older will have to use the Check in TAS app whenever they enter a public premises.@meganm0 and I explain ? #politas #covid19tas pic.twitter.com/6iPPPUi2RJ