COVID-19 is still active in the community. We provide this vaccine in store for FREE.
Important information for those enquiring about a COVID BOOSTER VACCINE.
The updated recommendations are:

• Age 18 - 64 years : A further dose is recommended every 12 months
• Age 18 - 64 years (immunocompromised) : A dose is recommended every 12 months however it can be considered every 6 months
• Age 65 - 74 years : A further dose is recommended every 12 months, but can be considered every 6 months
• Age 65 - 74 years (immunocompromised) : A further dose is recommended every 12 months, but can be considered every 6 months
• Age 75 + : A further dose is recommended every 6 months
• Age 75+ (immunocompromised) : A further dose is recommended every 6 months
• People under the age of 18 are NOT currently recommended to receive a Covid-19 Booster. However, those over the age of 12 can receive one if they have medical comorbidities that increase their risk of severe Covid-19, or disability with significant or complex health needs. Please phone the pharmacy to discuss prior to making a booking due to the availability of suitable stock for this age group.

Travelling overseas? It's important to ensure that your travel vaccinations are up to date.

We can administer a range of travel vaccines in store. To minimise the risk of disease and illness, some planning is needed and one of the first things to think about is getting the appropriate vaccinations.

You should be up-to-date with vaccinations for the following if you're thinking of traveling abroad:

• Hepatitis A : Recommended for travel to Asia, the Pacific, Africa and Central/South America
• Hepatitis B : Often recommended for longer travel, medical work, if you're getting a tattoo and/or piercings overseas, or higher risk regions
• Typhoid : Frequently recommended for destinations where food and/or water hygiene is a higher risk such as Asia, India and the Pacific
• Polio : Sometimes recommended for specific destinations, outbreaks, or proof of vaccination requirements
• Influenza : Important for travel (especially cruises, group tours, peak season or for older travellers)
• COVID-19 : Still recommended for travel preparedness and risk reduction
• dTpa (Diptheria, Tetanus, Pertussis) : Often recommended as a booster for general protection while travelling
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) : Commonly checked for international travel, especially where there are measles outbreaks
• Meningococcal (ACWY and/or B) : Common for certain regions, events or student/group travel
• Japanese Encephalitis : May be recommended for travel to certain parts of Asia, especially rural travel and long stays. In NSW until July 31st 2026, those travelling to high risk local government areas for outdoor recreation including camping, caravaning, hunting, fishing etc, may be eligible for a subsidised vaccine.

Please call us in store to speak more about this service.

Important information on the flu shot.

• The flu vaccine is FREE for those who are over 65 and anyone who is an "eligible" NIP patient.
• Those aged 8 - 64 incur a charge of $27.95 for the flu vaccine injection.
• Those aged up to 64 years of age incur a charge of $27.95 for the standard egg based injection or a charge of $34.95 for the cell based injection
• For those aged 2 - 17 years, there is the option of the intranasal flu vaccine charged at $64.95

Who should get the Flu Shot?

The flu vaccine is recommended every year for everyone ages 6 months and over. In pharmacy we vaccinate from the age of 2 years. It is especially important for people at higher risk of complications, including:

• Children aged 6 months - 4 years
• Adults aged 65 and over
• Pregnant women (at any stage of pregnancy)
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• People with medical conditions that increase risk
• People who care for others, including healthcare workers, carers and household contacts of high-risk people
• People living or visiting aged care or long term residential facilities
• People travelling during flu season

 Who is considered to be "high risk"?

Some medical conditions make people more likely to get very unwell from flu, including:

• Immune system conditions (or medicines that lower immunity)
• Heart disease
• Chronic respiratory conditions (including severe asthma and COPD)
• Chronic neurological conditions
• Chronic liver or other long-term medical conditions needing specialist care/hospital follow up
• Obesity
• Down Syndrome
• Preterm babies (born before 37 weeks)

What flu vaccines are available?

• Intranasal Flu Vaccine :  
  - Intranasal Flu Vaccine 2 - 17 years old $64.95
• Standard Flu Vaccine :
  - This is an egg based vaccine.
  - Free for those aged 65+ and anyone eligible under the NIP
  - For those aged 8 - 64 years a charge of $27.95 applies
• Cell Based Flu Vaccine :
  - Developed in a mammalian cell line, this more closely matches WHO recommendations than the standard egg based flu vaccine
  - For those aged 8 - 64 years a charge of $34.95 applies

Can the flu vaccine be given with other vaccines?

Yes, the Flu vaccine can be given at the same time (or separately to) other vaccines such as COVID-19, dTpa, RSV (in eligible groups)

If you have any questions, please speak with a pharmacist.

Protect yourself and your loved ones this flu season by receiving your flu vaccination in store with us.

Vaccinations in Pregnancy (Maternal Vaccines)

Getting vaccinated during pregnancy helps to protect both you and your baby. Some vaccines given in pregnancy help your body make protective antibodies that pass through the placenta to your baby, helping protect them from birth and in their first few months of life - when they're most vulnerable and too young to be vaccinated themselves.

FREE vaccines recommended during pregnancy:

• Influenza (Flu)
• Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
• RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)

Can I have these vaccinations at the same time?

Yes - it is safe to receive maternal vaccinations at the same time. They can also be given alongside COVID-19 vaccinations if recommended.

What about family members and close contacts?

While not subsidised it is recommended for those in close contact with infants to have had a Pertussis (whooping cough) vaccination within the last 10 years and an up to date flu shot.

What is Shingles?

Shingles is a painful blistering rash caused by the reactivation of the Chickenpox virus (varicella zoster). even fi you had chicken pox years ago, or don't remember it, the virus can stay "sleeping" on your body and reactivate later in life, especially as your immune system changes with age.

What vaccine do we use?

We use Shingrix, which is the recommended shingles vaccine in Australia. Shingrix is given as a course of 2 injections to provide strong, lasting protection.

How many doses do I need?

2 doses are required. The doses are usually administered 2 - 6 months apart.

What is the cost?

Shingrix is FREE under the National Immunisation Program (NIP) for eligible people.

• Those aged 65 years and over
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people 50 years and over
• eligible people 18 years and over considered at risk due to an underlying condition and/or immunosuppressive treatments

If you're not eligible, we can still administer the vaccination privately. The private vaccination price is $298 per dose (or $328 per dose if administered by a Pharmacist).

Shingles vaccine for ages 50 - 64

If you're aged 50 - 64, the Shingles vaccine can be a great options to protect your health early.