We know that vaccination is the fastest way out of this pandemic, and the sooner we can get the jab the sooner we're protected.

But according to modelling from the Burnet Institute, even with high levels of vaccination, it might be a while yet before we can say goodbye to restrictions and other impositions on our lives.

That's partly because of unknowns like how variants will continue to evolve, and because the vaccines don't work 100 per cent of the time in some people.

So on today's Coronacast, looking ahead - what can we expect, even if we get to very high levels of vaccination?

Guest:

Burnet Institute Deputy Director and infectious diseases and public health specialist, Professor Margaret Hellard