93% of Australian children aged 5 are fully immunised, helping protect communities from serious preventable diseases.
90%+ of childhood vaccine-preventable hospitalisations occur in children who are not fully immunised.
Vaccinations help protect babies and young children while their immune systems are still developing.
All vaccines used in Australia are rigorously tested and approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) before use.
The National Immunisation Program provides free vaccines for eligible children, adults and seniors across Australia.
If you or your child:
You may need a personalised catch-up schedule.
Your records will be reviewed and a plan created to bring immunisations up to date.
Immunisations aren’t just for children.
You may be eligible for:
> Australian Government Immunisation for Adults
Vaccines are delivered through school programs (Year 7 & Year 10).
If your child misses a school immunisation session, you can arrange a catch-up immunisation.
> Secondary School Immunisation Program information
> School consent form guidance
> Immunisation requirements for school enrolment
Follow the Victorian Immunisation Schedule to ensure your child receives immunisations at the right time.
> Victorian Immunisation Schedule
> MCH app
Community immunisation clinics are held regularly across all three council areas at convenient local venues, including libraries, community centres and council facilities.
View the latest clinic dates, locations and session times in the immunisation schedule below.
See what vaccines you or your child have already had and if anything may be overdue.
We can help with this, complete our form and we will help you find your immunisation history.
Choose a local clinic and secure a time.
Bring your Medicare card and any vaccination records.
Look for signage to direct you to your clinic.
Got questions? You’re not alone
We know immunisations can feel a bit confusing or overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure what you need or what to expect. Here are some common questions to help guide you.
Yes. Immunisations used in Australia are thoroughly tested and continuously monitored to ensure they are safe and effective. This includes various stages of clinical trials and testing of ingredients. Vaccines that don’t meet quality and safety criteria do not get approval and are not available for use.
Vaccines protect us by using our body’s natural defences to build resistance to specific infections before we come into contact with them. Vaccines give protection without causing disease. They are safer than getting the disease itself.
Yes, booking is recommended to secure your place at a community immunisation clinic. Some sessions may allow walk-ins, but availability can vary.
That’s okay, we can help. Catch-up schedules are available to safely bring you or your child up to date.
That’s okay, we can help. Catch-up schedules are available to safely bring you or your child up to date.
If you or your child has a major illness or a fever of 38.5°C or more, you should wait to until you are well to get vaccinated. You should consult your doctor if you: have a fever of more than 38.5°C on the day are receiving a medical treatment such as chemotherapy have particular allergies or have reacted badly to a vaccine in the past are planning pregnancy, are pregnant or breastfeeding are an organ transplant recipient have an autoimmune disease or chronic condition.
Our community clinics provide free vaccines to eligible people. This program is funded through the Australian Government Department of Health.
Please bring your Medicare card, any vaccination records, and your child’s health record book if applicable.
You may be asked to wait for 15 minutes after your immunisation. Mild side effects like soreness or tiredness are normal, and your vaccination will be recorded on the Australian Immunisation Register.
Reference: https://www.health.gov.au/
If you have any questions about upcoming clinics, bookings, immunisation history or the transition to Healthcare Australia, our team is here to help.
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