THE State Government is considering applying a vaccination mandate to children aged five-11 years old, which would see those who are unvaccinated banned from hospitality venues, retail, and major events.

The Federal Government indicated there would not be a ‘no-jab, no-play’ rule, with Prime Minister, Scott Morrison encouraging the states to ease existing mandates as vaccination rates across the country continued to rise.

However, the State Government had not ruled out enforcing a mandate and are waiting for advice from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and the national expert immunisation panel, on whether the vaccine has been deemed safe and effective for children.

Victorian Health minister, Martin Foley said he thinks there will be a “strong take-up” of the vaccine among children once it is proven to be safe.

On Tuesday the government backtracked on a vaccination mandate that would have prevented unvaccinated students aged 12-15 from participating in school events like excursions, school camps and graduation ceremonies.

The decision was made after backlash from parents and teachers about children missing out on the major end-of-year experiences.