As coronavirus cases spike amidst a third wave of the pandemic in Australia, more and more workers are being told their vaccinations will be made mandatory. 9News
It follows several similar moves made by the corporate world over recent weeks.Some state governments have mandated jabs for healthcare workers and federally,But Prime Minister Scott Morrison has said most companies will need to decide themselves about whether to require vaccinations against COVID-19.Telstra
Under Telstra's proposal, staff who have regular contact with customers and colleagues must be vaccinated as a condition of employment.Mr Penn said Telstra served millions of people in metropolitan and remote areas and had a responsibility to protect them.
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