Influenza is serious - get your flu vaccine today

Influenza is a serious, contagious illness. It’s easy to get your flu vaccine and recommended for everyone aged 6 months and over.

Your yearly flu vaccine offers the best protection against getting really sick and is free for:

  • children aged 6 months to under 5 years
  • pregnant women
  • Aboriginal people aged 6 months and over
  • anyone aged 65+
  • people with serious health conditions

Book flu vaccine through your doctor, local pharmacy or Aboriginal Medical Service. Everyone aged over 5 years can get vaccinated at the local pharmacy. Parents with children aged under 5 should see their doctor.

Book your flu shot

Easy​ Read​ flu fact sheet

Easy Read versions of the flu fact sheet are available for people with reading difficulties, learning challenges, and cognitive disabilities.​

Easy Rea​d PDF Easy Read ​​word document​

Influenza information for community​​




Current as at: Thursday 30 January 2025
Contact page owner: Vaccine Preventable Diseases