Resources - general public
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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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What is Hib? Why childhood immunisations 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 pertussis (whooping cough)? Why childhood immunisations are important
Pertussis, also called whooping cough, is a bacterial infection that can have serious complications in children.
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What is varicella (chicken pox)? Why childhood immunisations 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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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 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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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.
ATAGI 123rd meeting bulletin – 30 and 31 July 2026
This document provides an overview of the discussion from the 123rd meeting of the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI).
Influenza (flu) immunisation data – 1 March to 28 July 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.
Influenza (flu) immunisation data – 1 March to 12 July 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.
Influenza (flu) immunisation data – 1 March to 19 July 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.
Influenza (flu) immunisation data – 1 March to 5 July 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.
Residential aged care COVID-19 vaccination rates – 22 July 2026
COVID-19 vaccination rates in residential aged care.
Residential aged care influenza vaccination rates – 22 July 2026
This table provides influenza vaccination rates of aged care residents by facility across Australia using data from the Australian Immunisation Register.
ATAGI Advice regarding diphtheria vaccination in outbreak settings 2026
Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) advice regarding diphtheria vaccination in outbreak settings 2026.
Maternal RSV case study Linh – social media tile
Social media tile about Linh and her experience with the maternal RSV vaccination
Childhood vaccinations – Your questions answered – FAQ
Have any questions about immunisation or vaccinations? We have compiled answers to the most frequently asked questions about childhood vaccinations.
Maternal RSV case study Amira – social media tile
Social media tile about Amira and her experience with RSV and maternal vaccinations.
Maternal RSV case study Mei-Ling – social media tile
Social media tile about Mei-Ling and her experience with RSV and maternal vaccinations.
COVID-19 vaccination – Local Government Area (LGA) – 1 July 2026
These reports list the percentage of people who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 by local government areas (LGA).
COVID-19 vaccination – vaccination data – 01 July 2026
These data files contain statistical data about Australia's COVID-19 vaccinations.
Maternal RSV case study Amira – social media tile
Social media tile about Amira and her experience with RSV and maternal vaccinations.
Maternal RSV case study – Amira
A fictional case study on Amira, who is expecting her first child and her choice to get the maternal RSV vaccination to protect her baby from birth with support from her doctor and family.
Maternal RSV case study – Mei-Ling
A fictional case study on Mei-Ling, who is pregnant and her choice to get the maternal RSV vaccination to protect her baby from birth after researching RSV and maternal vaccinations.
Maternal RSV case study – Linh
A fictional case study on Linh, who is pregnant and looking to give her baby the best start to life by getting the maternal RSV vaccination to protect her baby from birth.
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