The Covid vaccine rollout that began in late February has been anything but smooth in Australia. Fortunately, operations have improved with more people able to do their due diligence by getting their jab as it opens up to more Aussies.
It has been one of the biggest logistical processes the country has ever seen, and it’s also free to all Australian citizens.
According to Health Direct, while it isn’t compulsory to get vaccinated for those who can, it will be a huge step in the right direction, so herd immunity can protect those who physically cannot receive the jab.
The two offerings in Australia at the moment, Pfizer and AstraZeneca, require two doses, with wait periods between doses varying for each vaccine.
The virus doesn’t discriminate – which is why your favourite Australian celebrities have been rolling up their sleeves to get vaccinated.
They’ve had to line up, provide their eligibility, go through a clinical screening, get their vaccine and wait 15 minutes for monitoring just like everyone else who has gone to a health centre or clinic to get vaccinated.
Here is a list of all the Aussie celebs doing their part.
Matty J
Matty J
The former Bachelor has gotten his first dose, and he even posed with his lovely nurse Betty to commemorate the occasion.
“This is me with the lovely Betty just after she gave me the AZ jab. We’re both stoked to hang out because it means she’s one step closer to seeing her family,” the former reality star shared.
He also pointed out (much to the excitement of his fans) that the jab means he will be able to marry his fiance Laura Byrne sooner.
“And I’m one step closer to finally getting hitched to @ladyandacat. See you in 6 weeks Betty!”
Sarah Roberts
Sarah Roberts
The former Home and Away star is finally double vaxxed! The actress took to her Instagram to thank NSW health and science for keeping her safe.
She wrote, “Double vaxxed & feeling great! All jokes aside, I’m very grateful to live in an age where some super smarty pants were able to create a vaccine for something that has brought the world to a stand still.
“Big love to all the staff of NSW health & everyone who’s working on the frontline, have lost loved ones to Covid or are in lockdown. Stay safe ❤️🙏🏽✨.”
Sam Wood
Sam and Snezana Wood
One of the most successful Bachelor couples has made us love them more by sharing their vaccination journey.
Sam captioned their milestone moment, “Mum and Dad got their jab 💉.”
Snezana Wood
Snezana still looks as glamorous as ever in her facemask while she gets her jab.
Cameron Daddo
Cameron Daddo
Cameron Daddo has received his first dose of AstraZeneca and to commemorate his milestone he revealed the emotional way the vaccine will impact his life.
He paired a picture of his Band-Aid clad shoulder with the caption, “AZ #1 … looking forward to reuniting with our big ol’ family. #ɢᴇᴛᴠᴀᴄᴄɪɴᴀᴛᴇᴅ.”
His former co-star Georgie Parker commented on the post, “Brilliant.”
Olympia Valance
Olympia Valance
Glamorous Playing For Keeps star Olympia Valance had a simple message for fans on Wednesday morning: vaccines save lives.
The actress shared a series of photos on her Instagram story after receiving her COVID-19 vaccine the day before.
First, she shared a meme with a photo of the old-school yellow cards that many students will remember from when they received shots for diseases like the measles. The meme read: “You literally had a ‘vaccine passport’ all through school. Relax.”
Olympia followed up with a photo of her Medicare vaccination record with a ‘Let’s Get Vaccinated’ sticker. Lastly, she shared an arm-shot of the cotton ball and tape at the site of her injection after receiving her Pfizer vaccine.
Michelle Bridges
Michelle Bridges
The famous personal trainer has always put her health first, and to celebrate her vaccination, she posted a picture with her Band-Aid.
She captioned the moment, “Happy to have done my bit. 😀👊🏼 #vaccinationdone✔️.”
Hamish Blake
Hamish Blake
The funnyman had grand ambitions to have his jab go through the middle of his Olympic rings tattoo, but alas, he wasn’t medically allowed to live his dream.
“Jabba Dabba Done. Tried to get my vaccine right through the Olympic Rings, but understand correct needle placement overruled symbolic photo op,” he captioned his Instagram post.
Hamish uploaded two photos of himself at the clinic, and he took a moment to discuss how far science has come and why he wants other people to get their jabs too.
“To be honest, I feel immensely grateful to live in an age where super-smart people are able to do incredible things like making a vaccine for something that has ground the world to a halt. Just as I do any time science solves something that could have easily killed you 100 years ago,” he said.
He continued to hope his post may help others by writing, “What I REALLY hope is that by posting this, it lands in front of the eyes of someone who is quietly unsure about getting vaccinated. And if that’s you sweet reader, my request is this: don’t take medical advice from me. I didn’t go to medical school, I’m not a doctor. But you know who is a doctor? Your doctor. Talk to them.”
Hamish dedicated the rest of his message to NSW health workers for their selfless work.
Julia Morris
Julia Morris
Julia memorialised her fully vaccinated status on her Instagram with a close-up picture of her cotton ball and tape Band-Aid. In her caption, she made a light-hearted joke about rumoured vaccination handouts.
She said, “And just like that… fully vaxxed. #astrazeneca …Now… where do I apply for all this cash that supposedly celebrities are getting to support staying alive? 🤣😂🤪 #yummyprotien jx.”
Ada Nicodemou
Ada Nicodemou
The Home and Away star is finally fully vaccinated, and she celebrated on Instagram by posting a picture with her Band-Aid, which she captioned, “Fully vaccinated baby!! Go and get vaccinated Australia and let’s get through this 👊🙌🏼.”
Her dear friend and co-star Lynne McGranger commented, “Yay!! That’s ma girl ❤️👏🙌🔥,” and Georgie Parker wrote, “Good on you sweetheart.”
Osher Gunsberg
Osher Gunsberg
Osher took his vaccination post to the next level by uploading a video of himself getting the vaccine injected into his arm. In his accompanying message, he urged fans to protect their community by getting their jabs.
He wrote, “So while I can’t do anything about the Climate Emergency today – I can take action against another global issue.
“To protect myself, my family, and the immune compromised people I’ve never met – I’m getting my Covid19 Vaccine today. Easy. Free. No problem.”
See Osher’s candid vaccination video below:
Osher Günsberg Covid vaccination
Georgina Haig
Georgina Haig
The Back To The Rafters star has gotten her Covid vaccine, and she wants Victorians and other Australians to get theirs too. In her post commemorating the moment, she wrote a lengthy caption about her journey.
She started by sharing a link to help Victorians, and wrote, “Victorians looking for the easiest way to book Covid vaccine appointments try- portal.cvms.vic.gov.au.”
Georgina dedicated the rest of her message to thank everyone who supported her, and she offered a helpful tip.
“Thank you science and clever humans and essential workers on the ground getting this done. I feel safer, I feel safer around my dear Dad, far out, I feel humbled and overwhelmed- a tiny dot in my arm. And yet, all these tiny dots in arms will slowly bring the world back to the one we know. XXX.
“Importantly- #joutfit tip- sleeveless high neck top with flannel shirt for layering (I was in Frankston) provides easy access with some added warmth for winter. :)” she said.
Isla Fisher
The Aussie darling captioned her milestone moment: “😎 #vaxandrelax.” Her famous friend Naomi Watts commented, “Yesssss!!!🙌👏🔥,” and Courtney Cox wrote, “I miss you iglet.”
Georgie Parker
Georgie Parker
The joy on Georgie Parker’s face says it all! The Home and Away star celebrated her fully vaccinated status with total glee. She posted a picture of herself smiling at the sky with her arms in the air.
Georgie captioned the moment, “Vaccinated #2 with AstraZeneca 💃🏻 Huge thanks to all the people on the frontline, doing all they can at this unprecedented time to keep us safe. 💜✊🏼”
The actor also took a moment on her Instagram story to thank the incredible frontline workers. She wrote, “Stoked about being fully vaccinated. Thanks to our frontline workers. You’re all bloody champions.”
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Amanda Keller
The Living Room’s Amanda Keller shared a picture of herself in a clinic holding a vaccine vial to announce she is fully vaccinated.
She wrote, “Double dosed!!!!! Feeling relieved and grateful.”
James Stewart
“Fully vaxed!! 💉💉#getvaxed,” a proud James Stewart beamed next to this snap to commemorate receiving his second jab.
Ada Nicodemou
”Just got home from my first vaccination shot and feeling good 😊,” Home And Away‘s Ada Nicodemou shared.
Sylvia Jeffreys
Sylvia Jeffreys
Sylvia recently received her first dose of the vaccine, and she proudly showed off her bandaid via her Instagram story. “I’m booked in for my 2nd shot soon, and I can’t wait. Very grateful for this protection,” the Channel 9 star shared.
Dave Hughes
Dave Hughes
Radio host Dave ‘Hughesy’ Hughes has finally joined the fully vaccinated club. The funnyman marked the milestone occasion with a picture in front of the medical clinic that gave him his jab.
Hughesy captioned the moment, “2nd AstraZeneca jab done. Fully vacced!”
Ditch Davey
Ditch Davey
The Home and Away actor is fully vaccinated, and he commemorated the moment with some on-theme hashtags, “#jabdone 💉#f–kcovid #lockdownsare👎.”
Ditch’s co-star Georgie Parker commented her support in the comments section, “You champion, good on you mate.”
Beau Ryan Covid vaccine
Zoe Foster Blake
Zoë Foster Blake
Zoë posted on her Facebook that she has received her first vaccination, and she’s looking forward to being fully protected.
“First jab! Can’t wait for the second. Let’s get this done,” said Zoë.
Andy Lee
Andy Lee
Andy Lee used his Instagram post to discuss his choice to vaccinate himself and why it’s important to seek advice to make the right choice.
He wrote, “Got AZ 💉 Spoke to my doctor beforehand and it was his recommendation. I know this approach is not for everyone so seek your own advice and take whatever path you feel is right for you.
Disappointed not to get a lollipop at the end 🍭 (only negative).”
Sonia Kruger
Sonia Kruger
As Sydney settled into lockdown, Sonia went to Olympic Park’s NSW Health Vaccination Centre to get her vaccination.
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Lisa Wilkinson
The Project host candidly shared that she felt nervous about getting her vaccine, but she got through it with her husband by her side and some ice cream.
“First AZ shot done and literally didn’t feel a thing… So glad to finally have the first one out of the way. Hubby and I went together, and he got his SECOND shot at the same time,” Lisa captioned the post.
“I have to admit, I was a tiny bit nervous, so I bought one of those tubs of Magnum ice-cream (that well known medical cure-all) this afternoon just in case I was feeling bad tonight. I feel great. I ate the ice-cream anyway…
“Meantime, here’s to life getting back to normal (and Magnum ice-cream!!).🎉 🌺 🍦 🍫 🥂.”
Deborah Knight covid
Deborah Knight
The TV presenter enthusiastically captioned this shot of her getting vaccinated, “Fully vaxx’d – so I won’t get fully sick!! Just had my second #pfizer dose and again a super smooth experience at Sydney Olympic Park.
“@newsouthwaleshealth is to be congratulated along with NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard.”
David Campbell Covid
David Campbell
David is fully vaccinated after receiving his second shot of Pfizer on what he dubbed “Pfizer Pfriday.”
A day after getting his shot he updated his fans on how he is feeling.
“Ok Pfizer friends. I am nearly 24 hours out after dose #2. Some fatigue last night. Took nurofen. Today has been absolutely fine. Not sure any side affects will happen now. Anyone had the same?” David Tweeted.
Jessica Rowe
Jessica Rowe
The Australian journalist received her vaccination and she was in good spirits throughout the whole process.
“Smile when you’re vaccinated! Got my first Astra COVID injection today! 💕🌈❤️#craphousewife #getvaccinated #covidvacccine,” Jessica captioned the post.
Kyle gets the jab
Kyle Sandilands
Kyle received his Covid vaccine and his radio show documented the whole process.
The Kyle and Jackie O Instagram account captioned Kyle’s jab journey, “Kyle bit the bullet and got his first COVID-19 vaccination this arvo! 👑 Great work King!.”
Carrie Vaccinne
Carrie Bickmore
The Project host doesn’t just report on the community, but she also does her best to keep it safe.
Carrie received her Covid vaccine at the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne during the state’s fourth lockdown.
She documented her time at the facility with photos from before and after she received the jab, and she captioned the post, “Vaccinated 👍.”
Peter Helliar
Peter Helliar
The comedian joined Carrie with his wife, Bridget Helliar, to get his vaccination.
He posted a series of pictures on Instagram and paired them with a lengthy caption to encourage people to get their vaccine.
“First jab ✅. Thank you to all the staff who are running an incredibly smooth operation at the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne,” the 45-year-old wrote.
“If you are eligible get vaccinated to help protect our state & country against this hideous virus. Thanks @brijmurphy & @bickmorecarrie for being my vax partners!.”
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Fifi Box
The radio host and TV presenter got her vaccine with her right-hand man Brendan Fevola by her side.
Her co-host posted a video of Fifi sitting in the waiting room as he quizzed her about how she feels about her impending jab.
Although Fifi insisted she was fine, there was nervousness within her laugh.
Brendan Fevola
Brendan Fevola
Brendan joined Fifi Box, who he works with on the radio show Fifi, Fev and Nick on 101.9.
He seemed in good spirits considering he had time to poke some lighthearted fun at Fifi, who seemed a little more nervous.
Karl
Karl Stefanovic
The Today show host got his vaccination on air at the mass vaccination hub at Olympic Park in Sydney.
Of course, Karl, 46, couldn’t help but make a self-deprecating joke when a healthcare worker asked him what age group he fell into.
“Yes. The lower end of that, of course,” he laughed “Did it hurt your hands touching the guns?”
ally
Ally Langdon
Ally received her vaccination beside Karl at the vaccination hub, and she passed her time by making fun of her co-host.
“Do you have any tissues? My colleague, he might cry when he gets his,” Ally teased.
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Natalie Barr
Natalie, 53, got her vaccine on air, and she was a soldier who didn’t even flinch once as she looked at the Sunrise GP, who guided her through the process.
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David Kochie
Sunrise host David Kochie, 65, received his vaccine alongside Natalie on live television.
However, he struggled not to wince as he kept his eyes away from the nurse.