Flu Vaccination
Immunisation is your best defence against influenza. Even fit and healthy people should consider getting the flu jab to protect themselves, their family and their community.
Protect your loved ones, and our community
We are pleased to be able to offer the flu vaccine to all patients. You will need to call us on 03 314 8504 to book your Flu Vaccination in advance. Our Flu Vaccination Clinics are open for booking on the Patient Portal now.
2026 Flu Immunisation Access Dates
| Date | Who can access the Flu Vaccine |
|---|---|
| 1 April 2026 | EVERYONE |
2026 Flu Immunisation Clinics
Call now to book your Flu Vaccination in advance on 03 314 8504.
| Date | Location | Time | Who can come |
|---|---|---|---|
| From 1 April 2026 | Amberley Medical Centre | By Appointment | Everyone |
INFLUENZA VACCINATION APPOINTMENTS
Flu Vaccinations are available by Pre-booked Appointments
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU ATTEND YOUR FLU VACCINE APPOINTMENT:
1. ENSURE YOU ARE WELL - Do not attend if you have a cough, cold, sore throat or any other flu-like symptoms.
3. UP TO A 15 MINUTE WAIT - After your vaccination is complete you will need to wait for observation.
Important information about Flu Vaccination
Standard Flu Vaccine Fees
- Patients 18 years and over: $30
- Patients under 18 years: $25
- Eligible* Patients: FREE
FREE Flu Vaccinations are Available for Eligible Patients*
*Eligible Patients include
• Individuals 65 years and over
• 6 months to 64 years with a chronic condition such as: - Diabetes - Heart Disease - Chronic Kidney/Renal Disease - Respiratory Disease (Asthma/COPD) - Hypertension (high blood pressure) - Cancer - Autoimmune - Transplants - Neuromuscular
• Pregnant people - any trimester
• Children 6 months to 4 years - who have been hospitalized for respiratory illness or have a history of significant respiratory illness.
• People with significant mental health conditions - including schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder or schizoaffective disorder
Patients can have their COVID booster with their flu vaccine. Please ask when making your booking.
Protect yourself and your family against the Flu
The influenza virus infects your nose, throat and lungs. The flu is normally worse than a cold. Some people get very sick – influenza causes deaths every year.
Symptoms of influenza come on suddenly and can include fever, chills, muscle aches, runny nose, cough and stomach upsets.
The flu spreads quickly from person to person through touch and through the air. While you’re unwell, stay away from work or school. Look after yourself and your family – rest and fluids are especially important.
Older people, young children, pregnant women, and people with certain medical conditions are at a higher risk of developing serious complications from influenza, such as pneumonia. If you’re at higher risk, it is important to see your doctor early, to find out if you need treatment.
It is also important to seek medical advice early if you are concerned, and especially if there are any danger signs, even if you have been seen before. Other serious conditions can also look like the flu, including meningococcal disease.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the seasonal influenza vaccine safe?
- The technology to make influenza vaccines has been in use for 60 years, it has an excellent safety record.
How has the seasonal influenza vaccine been tested?
- It has been trialled clinically.
Is it true that getting the influenza vaccination puts you at risk of getting influenza?
- No. Influenza immunisation cannot cause influenza because the seasonal influenza vaccine contains no live viruses.
The last time I got vaccinated for seasonal influenza I came down with a cold/flu the next day. Was this caused by the vaccine?
- No. The seasonal influenza vaccines have been made from influenza viruses that have been concentrated, inactivated and then broken apart. It cannot cause influenza as the vaccine does not contain any live viruses.
For more information about the Influenza Vaccine visit the Ministry of Health Website
COVID-19
COVID-19 is a respiratory infection caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2. The virus spreads from person to person via respiratory droplets and small particles produced when an infected individual speaks or coughs. SARS-CoV-2 was first identified in China in 2019 and had not been isolated previously in humans or animals.
Coronaviruses are very common and typically cause mild illness like common colds, but can be severe, like Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) and severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS).
COVID-19 vaccines remain free and available to eligible people aged 6 months and over. It must have been at least six months since your last vaccine or having COVID-19.
FLU & COVID ARE SAFE TO BE GIVEN TOGETHER - ASK WHEN BOOKING
If you are 50 or over you might consider the
Shingles vaccine
Note : The Shingles vaccine is free once you turn 65 years old. As long as you receive your first dose when you are 65, your second dose will still be free.
