If Pharmacies in Melbourne had of been able to have done Pfizer Vaccinations this week , they would have have just as big a demand as the main Hubs. That is how monopolies work.
Once people have made up their mind to get vaccinated they will choose a location and or/channel that suits them best.
When the GP Channel get Pfizer, as Hunt is clearly planning, demand will lift there as well. If GP's had the monopoly on Pfizer then the Hubs would a lot less busy.
The 40-49 years olds just want to get vaccinated and probably would have queued up at a Mr Whippy Van if that was the only option.
But again, Hubs are good, GP RC's are good, GP Practices are good and moreso for those that want to have a consultation. All channels are good, it is all about boosting throughput to get above a million doses per week.
The pharmac_ channel would be excellent too. I look forward to it being added. I am getting my flu vaccine at one tomorrow, just as I now have done so for many years.