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COVID-19 vaccines – Update for immunisation providers
From 1 October 2026, COVID-19 vaccines will transition to the National Immunisation Program and eligibility for funded COVID-19 vaccines will be updated to focus on people at highest risk of severe disease.
Influenza (flu) immunisation data – 1 March to 9 August
Weekly report of year to date immunisation figures broken down by age groups and immunising provider types. Compares vaccination rates with the previous 3 years.
Influenza (flu) immunisation data – 1 March to 2 August 2026
Weekly report of year to date immunisation figures broken down by age groups and immunising provider types. Compares vaccination rates with the previous 3 years.
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One more way you keep them safe
Childhood immunisation is a safe, free and effective way to protect your kids from serious diseases.
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What is diphtheria? Why childhood immunisations are important
Diphtheria is a rare bacterial infection that can cause serious complications in children.
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What is influenza? Why childhood immunisation are important
Influenza is a common and contagious viral infection and can be serious in children.
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What is the childhood immunisation schedule?
Hear about when and why children are recommended to receive the vaccines listed on the immunisation schedule with immunisation nurse, Deidre Brogan.
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What is hepatitis B? Why childhood immunisation are important
Hepatitis B is a virus that can have serious complications in children that can be chronic and lifelong.
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Dr Jung Yoon Huh explains why childhood immunisations are important – Korean
Childhood vaccinations help protect babies and young children from serious diseases. In this video, a trusted healthcare professional answers common questions about childhood immunisation.
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What is rubella? Why childhood immunisation are important
Rubella is a viral illness that can have serious complications in babies and pregnant people.
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What is mumps? Why childhood immunisation are important
Mumps is a contagious viral infection that can have serious complications in children.
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What is measles? Why childhood immunisation are important
Measles is a highly contagious infection that can cause serious complications in children.
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What is hib? Why childhood immunisation are important
Haemophilus influenza Type B, also known as Hib is a bacterial infection that can cause serious complications in children.
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What is meningococcal? Why childhood immunisation are important
Meningococcal is a contagious bacterial infection that can be fatal in children and requires emergency medical attention.
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What is pneumococcal disease? Why childhood immunisation are important
Pneumococcal disease is a bacteria that lives in the nose and throat and can have serious complications in children.
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Routine Childhood Immunisation – How vaccines work
When a child is vaccinated, their immune system produces antibodies, helping protect them from infection. This video explains the importance of parents following the National Immunisation Schedule, to ensure their child have the best protection against diseases.
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What is polio? Why childhood immunisation are important
Polio is a rare and contagious viral infection that can cause serious complications in children.
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What is varicella (chicken pox)? Why childhood immunisation are important
Varicella, also known as chickenpox, is a highly contagious virus that causes discomfort and can be dangerous in babies and pregnant people.
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Childhood immunisation – what to expect in your child’s first 4 years
Vaccines under the National Immunisation Program give children the best protection from serious disease as soon as possible.
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Dr Lucy Deng explains why childhood immunisations are important – Cantonese
Childhood vaccinations help protect babies and young children from serious diseases. In this video, a trusted healthcare professional answers common questions about childhood immunisation.
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Routine Childhood Immunisation – Simple and safe
Routine childhood immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way to protect children against serious preventable diseases. This video explains the importance of having high immunisation rates, vaccine safety and the immune system’s natural response to the vaccine.
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Routine Childhood Immunisation – Why timing is important
This video explains why timely childhood vaccination is important to protect your child from serious illness. It explains the safety and effectiveness of each vaccine, how many doses are required for full protection, and the age at which vaccines provide the best protection.
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How vaccines work for pregnancy and newborns
This animation explains how vaccines help your immune system to make antibodies to help fight serious diseases. It helps parents understand how vaccines help while pregnant to protect the baby when they are born.
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First Nations – One more way you keep them safe
This animation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families explains all you need to know about childhood vaccinations.
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What is tetanus? Why childhood immunisation are important
Tetanus is a bacterial infection that can cause serious complications in children.
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