Immunisation
On this page
- What vaccinations does my child need?
- Where can I go for vaccination advice?
- How do I keep track of my child’s immunisations?
- Can I get vaccinated at the City of Ballarat for an overseas trip?
- What is the cost of vaccination?
- Where else can I get immunisations?
- Where can I get a flu vaccination?
- What to expect - Social Story
- Girrabanya Integrated Children’s Hub - Accessibility information
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What vaccinations does my child need?
For more information about the schedule of funded childhood vaccines in Victoria, please read the Department of Health and Human Services' immunisation schedule and vaccine eligibility criteria.
Our qualified immunisation nurses provide scheduled, funded vaccinations for children following the National Immunisation Program.
Where can I go to get my child vaccinated?
Immunisation appointments are available at Girrabanya Integrated Hub and Lucas Community Hub on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
To make an immunisation booking, please contact the City of Ballarat's Family and Children's Services team on 5320 5720.
The City of Ballarat's immunisation services now uses the CIRV Portal provided by the Victorian Department of Health. First-time users will be required to sign up before booking a vaccination date.
Visit the CIRV portal to book, change or cancel a immunisation appointment.
Where can I go for vaccination advice?
How do I keep track of my child’s immunisations?
Vaccinations given by our team are registered with the Australian Immunisation Register. You can find your Immunisation History Statement on your MyGov (Medicare) account or call the immunisation register on 1800 653 809.
This statement will be needed for your child to enrol to children’s services and schools.
Can I get vaccinated at the City of Ballarat for an overseas trip?
We don't provide vaccinations (or advice) for travel purposes. Contact your GP, a medical centre or Federation University's Health Centre for specialist travel vaccine advice.
What is the cost of vaccination?
Immunisations are provided for free with the City of Ballarat.
Where else can I get immunisations?
Immunisation services are available through
- GPs
- community health centres
- pharmacists
- Aboriginal health services
Where can I get a flu vaccination?
The City of Ballarat provides the influenza (flu) vaccine free of charge for children aged 6 months to under 5 years. The flu vaccine can be administered at the same time as scheduled childhood immunisations.
For anyone aged 5 years and over, including adults, the flu vaccine is available through general practitioners (GPs), pharmacies, and community health services.
What to expect - Social Story
View our Immunisation Social Story to learn what to expect when attending a City of Ballarat immunisation appointment. The Social Story is designed to support people of all ages and abilities to feel informed, prepared before their visit.
Girrabanya Integrated Children’s Hub - Accessibility information
Entrance/Building Access
- Paved pathway from the street to the entrance
- Level entry to the building
- Automatic sliding entrance doors with push-button operation
- Manual gate at the Maternal and Child Health entrance
- Assistance animals are welcome
Parking
- Designated accessible parking is available directly in front of the hub on Steinfeld Street North, close to the main entrance
Amenities
- Standard-height reception counter
- Modern round fluorescent lighting and natural light throughout the building
- Low-pile commercial carpet throughout most internal areas
- Seating with armrests is available for people with mobility needs
- AED (Automated External Defibrillator) and hand sanitiser available
- Accessible Immunisation and Maternal and Child Health rooms
- Immunisation communication board available
Toilets
- Ambulant toilet available with baby change facilities