The government is now operating in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.

Our work related to immunisation

A list of our initiatives, programs, campaigns, reforms or reviews related to immunisation.

Our related work

  • Meningococcal ACWY vaccine for teens

    Meningococcal disease is serious, but you can be protected. Young people aged 14-16 years can get the free meningococcal ACWY vaccine at school in year 10 and other health services including pharmacies.
  • National Immunisation Program

    The National Immunisation Program provides free vaccines to eligible people to help reduce diseases that can be prevented by vaccination.
  • National Medical Stockpile

    The National Medical Stockpile is a strategic reserve of drugs, vaccines, antidotes and personal protective equipment for use in national health emergencies. We purchase and stockpile these items so Australia is more self-sufficient during an emergency and able to meet high levels of demand.
  • Shield yourself from shingles

    Yarn with your health professional about the shingles vaccine that’s free for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 50 years and over.
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