Many Australians have found it difficult to source the antigen tests, also known as RATs, or have been paying high prices, with some claiming retailers are driving up demand by holding back supplies.
Melbourne University epidemiologist Professor Tony Blakely described the shortage of tests as “the biggest policy failure” in Australia since the pandemic began.
Prof Blakely believes the true infection numbers in NSW would be around 200,000 cases, which makes it too difficult to track the outbreak.
He said experts and state premiers had been warning the Federal Government about the potential for test shortages for at least six months.
“The horse has bolted,”
So states have been warning Fed Gov how long? 6 Months!!! Wtf?
