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Childhood Immunisation Hervey Bay

Protect your child with free vaccinations under the National Immunisation Program (NIP) schedule. Our experienced GPs at Main Street Medical Centre provide routine childhood vaccines, catch-up immunisations, and pre-childcare immunisation checks.

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The Quick Summary

NIP Vaccines: Free for eligible children with Medicare eligibility

AIR Updates: Automatically recorded

Childcare Ready: History statements provided

Catch-Up: Available for most vaccines (under 20)

Nasal Flu Spray: 2026 program ended 7 August 2026; injectable flu vaccine funded for eligible NIP groups

Family Bookings: Siblings vaccinated together

Why Childhood Immunisation Matters

Childhood immunisation in Hervey Bay is essential for protecting your child against serious diseases such as whooping cough, measles, and meningococcal infection. At Main Street Medical Centre in Pialba, we administer routine childhood vaccines on the National Immunisation Program (NIP) schedule and can also organise catch-up doses when needed.

Vaccines train the immune system to recognise and respond to infections. Different vaccines work in different ways, and vaccination helps reduce the risk of serious illness. When high numbers of children in the Fraser Coast community are vaccinated, we achieve herd immunity, which helps protect vulnerable individuals who cannot be vaccinated, including newborns and those with certain medical conditions. All childhood vaccinations administered at our clinic are recorded on the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR), so you can access your child’s immunisation history through your myGov account.

Queensland Childcare Enrolment RequirementsChildcare services may require evidence that your child’s immunisations are up to date. Our team can help you obtain an Immunisation History Statement from the AIR for enrolment. Need a catch-up plan? We can help.

National Immunisation Program Schedule for Children

Routine schedule summary. Annual flu vaccination and additional doses for eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children or children with medical risk conditions also apply. Your GP checks the full schedule, including hepatitis A for eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in Queensland.

National Immunisation Program Schedule for Children
Age	Vaccines	Diseases Protected Against	Cost
Birth	Hepatitis B Engerix-B Paediatric	Hepatitis B infection	Free
2 Months	DTPa-hepB-IPV-Hib Infanrix hexa or VaxelisPneumococcal (20vPCV) Prevenar 20Rotavirus Rotarix	Diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, hepatitis B, polio, Hib, pneumococcal disease, rotavirus gastroenteritis	Free
4 Months	DTPa-hepB-IPV-Hib Infanrix hexa or VaxelisPneumococcal (20vPCV) Prevenar 20Rotavirus Rotarix	Diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, hepatitis B, polio, Hib, pneumococcal disease, rotavirus gastroenteritis	Free
6 Months	DTPa-hepB-IPV-Hib Infanrix hexa or Vaxelis Pneumococcal (20vPCV) – additional dose for some children Prevenar 20 This extra 6-month pneumococcal dose applies for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and some medical risk pathways. Our GPs will confirm what is right for your child.	Diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, hepatitis B, polio, Hib (plus additional pneumococcal dose for eligible children)	Free
12 Months	Meningococcal ACWY NimenrixMMR PriorixPneumococcal (20vPCV) Prevenar 20	Meningococcal disease (groups A, C, W, Y), measles, mumps, rubella, pneumococcal disease	Free
18 Months	Hib booster ActHIBMMRV Priorix-TetraDTPa Infanrix or Tripacel	Haemophilus influenzae type b, measles, mumps, rubella, chickenpox, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough	Free
4 Years	DTPa-IPV Infanrix IPV or Quadracel	Diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, polio	Free

Pneumococcal protection: Prevenar 20 (20vPCV)The routine childhood pneumococcal vaccine on the National Immunisation Program is Prevenar 20 (20vPCV), which protects against 20 strains of pneumococcal bacteria and helps guard against serious infections such as pneumonia, meningitis and bloodstream infections. Additional pneumococcal doses and NIP meningococcal B vaccination apply to eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and children with specified medical risk conditions. Our GPs check the appropriate schedule.

Queensland also funds meningococcal B (Bexsero) for eligible Queensland infants aged six weeks to under 12 months, catch-up for children aged 12 months to under two years, and adolescents aged 15 to under 20 years. This state program does not require Medicare eligibility. Previous doses affect what is needed. Read the Queensland meningococcal B program or ask your GP.

Ready to protect your child? Our Pialba GPs vaccinate children of all ages, from birth through the teenage years.

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Queensland School Immunisation Program

The Queensland School Immunisation Program delivers free vaccines to students in Year 7 and Year 10 at participating Fraser Coast schools. If your child misses their school vaccination, Main Street Medical Centre can administer catch-up doses.

School-Based Vaccination Schedule

School-Based Vaccination Schedule
Year Level	Vaccines	Protection	Cost
Year 7	HPV (1 dose) Gardasil 9dTpa Boostrix or Adacel	Human papillomavirus (cervical, throat, and other cancers), diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough	Free
Year 10	Meningococcal ACWY MenQuadfiMeningococcal B (2 doses) Bexsero	Meningococcal disease (groups A, C, W, Y, and B)	Free

Catch-Up Immunisations AvailableFunded catch-up vaccines are available for most NIP vaccines for people under 20, and HPV catch-up is available up to and including 25 years of age. If your child has missed doses due to moving house, illness, or other reasons, book an appointment and we will create a personalised catch-up schedule.

Queensland Nasal Spray Flu Program for Children

The Queensland Nasal Spray Flu Immunisation Program offered a free, needle-free influenza vaccine (FluMist) in 2026 for children aged 2 to 5 years and for children aged 6 to 17 years who find needles difficult. That program ended on 7 August 2026, when all available FluMist stock expired, so the nasal spray is not currently available.

Children can still receive the injectable flu vaccine (NIP funded for those aged six months to under five years), and our GPs can let you know if the nasal spray returns for the 2027 season. The Queensland Free Flu Vaccination Program, which offered a free flu vaccine to all Queenslanders aged 6 months and over, ran from 1 March to 30 September 2026 and has now closed. With a Medicare card the vaccination consultation is bulk billed; patients without Medicare pay our standard $89 consultation fee. Seasonal vaccine supplies can vary, so call (07) 4325 4000 to check current availability before booking.

How to Book Childhood Immunisation in Hervey Bay

Check Your Child’s Records

Use myGov linked to Medicare to check your child’s Immunisation History Statement. For children aged 14 or over, different access rules apply; our team can help you find the right way to obtain their record.

Book an Appointment

Use our online booking system or call (07) 4325 4000 to schedule a vaccination appointment.

Bring Medicare Card

Bring your child’s Medicare card and any previous immunisation records you have.

Vaccination and AIR Update

Our GP administers the vaccine and records it on the AIR. Allow processing time before checking the updated history; ask us if a dose is missing.

Related Services

Explore other services available at Main Street Medical Centre Hervey Bay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about childhood immunisation in Hervey Bay.

Are childhood vaccinations free at Main Street Medical Centre?

NIP vaccines are free for eligible children who have a Medicare card or are eligible for one. Our vaccination consultation is bulk billed for eligible Medicare patients. Patients without Medicare eligibility may need to pay for the vaccine as well as our standard $89 consultation fee. State-funded programs can have different rules; reception will confirm eligibility and any charges before booking.

What if my child has missed vaccinations?

We offer catch-up immunisation schedules for children and adolescents who have missed doses. Funded catch-up is available for most vaccines for people under 20, and HPV catch-up is available up to and including age 25. Book an appointment and bring any previous immunisation records so our GP can create a personalised catch-up plan.

How do I get an Immunisation History Statement for childcare?

For children under 14, you can use myGov linked to Medicare to obtain their Immunisation History Statement. Children aged 14 or over generally need to obtain their own statement, or consent to a parent accessing it. Ask us for help or see Services Australia’s access instructions.

Can I book multiple children for vaccination at the same appointment?

Yes. We encourage families to book siblings together to save time. Please let us know when booking if you need vaccinations for multiple children so we can allocate sufficient appointment time.

What is the needle-free nasal flu spray and is my child eligible?

The nasal spray flu vaccine (FluMist) was offered free through the Queensland Nasal Spray Flu Immunisation Program in 2026 for children aged 2 to 5 years and for 6 to 17 year olds who struggle with needles. That program ended on 7 August 2026 when the available stock expired, so the nasal spray is not currently available. Children can still have the injectable flu vaccine (NIP funded for those aged six months to under five years) — call (07) 4325 4000 to book, or ask your GP about nasal spray availability for the 2027 season.

What should I do if my child has a reaction after vaccination?

Mild reactions such as a sore injection site, low-grade fever or irritability are common and usually settle within a few days. For difficulty breathing or a suspected severe allergic reaction, call 000 immediately. Seek medical advice promptly for symptoms that are severe, unusual or worrying, including persistent crying or high fever. See the Australian Government vaccine side-effect advice.

Protect Your Child Today

Book your child’s vaccinations at Main Street Medical Centre in Pialba. Bulk billing available. Book Vaccination Online

Or call us: (07) 4325 4000