First the government opened the borders; let it rip, told us to live with it, and now they're taking free RATs away from those who can least afford it. The affordable RAT option from pharmacies that they mention - $7.99 for a single.

It's lot to pay when you are already stretching your budget to afford fuel to get to your job and food for basic survival.

Not to mention going into a pharmacy where there's a nice old dear topping up her angina medication where she'll probably get infected. Though I guess most people do that anyway 🫩

#taspol
#auspol
#CovidIsNotOver
#acaseoftherespiratories

https://www.health.tas.gov.au/news-sajari/news/update-covid-19-rapid-antigen-tests-service-tasmania-centres

Update: COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Tests from Service Tasmania centres

After 30 April 2026, free COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) will no longer be available at Service Tasmania centres. Find out how to access testing for respiratory illnesses.

Tasmanian Department of Health