Resources - general public
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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 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 – 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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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 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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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 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.
ATAGI 122nd meeting bulletin – 10 June 2026
This document provides an overview of the discussion from the 122nd 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 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.
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 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.
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.
Residential aged care COVID-19 vaccination rates – 22 July 2026
COVID-19 vaccination rates in residential aged care.
ATAGI Advice regarding diphtheria vaccination in outbreak settings 2026
Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) adveice regarding diphtheria vaccination in outbreak settings 2026.
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.
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.
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 vaccine rollout update – 01 July 2026
This presentation, delivered on 01 July 2026, contains an update to Australia's COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
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.
Adult vaccinations brochure
This brochure provides information about recommended vaccines available free for adults under the National Immunisation Program.
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Winter Vaccination – Health Professional Video – Dr Michelle Ly
Dr Michelle Ly explains why getting vaccinated against influenza (flu), COVID-19 and RSV helps protect you from serious illness this winter.
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