Immunisation
Immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way of protecting people against harmful diseases before they come into contact with them. Immunisation not only protects individuals, but also others in the community, by reducing the spread of preventable diseases.
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Learn about immunisation
Find out all about immunisation, how it protects you and your family and how to get started.
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Check the National Immunisation Schedule
The National Immunisation Program (NIP) Schedule sets out free vaccinations for children, school programs, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other people at risk. -
Check immunisation history
Find out what vaccines you or your child has received and request an immunisation history statement.
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Get vaccinated
Find out how to get vaccinated, what to expect and how to set immunisation reminders.
Help stop the flu in 2022
Annual vaccination is the most important measure to prevent influenza and its complications. The influenza vaccine is recommended for all individuals aged 6 months and over.
Initiatives and programs
Browse immunisation for
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Infants and children
Find recommended immunisations for children from birth to 4 years of age.
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Pregnant women
Protect yourself and your baby by getting the right vaccines before and during your pregnancy.
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Adolescents
Find information about recommended immunisations for adolescents.
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People with medical risk conditions
People with certain medical conditions can get extra vaccines for free to protect against certain diseases. -
Adults and seniors
As you get older, your doctor may recommend vaccinations to help prevent certain illnesses and keep you healthy.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
You can get extra vaccines for free to protect against certain diseases.
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Work
You have a greater risk of exposure to vaccine-preventable diseases if you work in certain jobs.
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Travel
Find out what vaccines you may need before you leave Australia.
Flu resources
These resources provide information about getting vaccinated against flu (influenza) in 2022.
Did you know?
94.43%
immunisation coverage for all 1 year olds
96.79%
Immunisation coverage for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander 5 year olds
94.73%
immunisation coverage for all 5 year olds
Source: Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) annualised quarterly reports, December 2021.