Health advice about meningococcal B vaccine

The meningococcal B vaccine is free for eligible Queensland babies, children and young people. The Queensland Government has more information about the menB vaccination program.

Free flu vaccinations

Getting a yearly flu vaccination is recommended for everyone 6 months and over.

Your child can get the free nasal spray vaccine if they’re aged 2 to 5 (under 6). They can also get it if they’re aged 6 to 17 (under 18) and they struggle with getting a needle.

Vaccination schedule

Your child might need to get 2 to 4 different vaccines at certain ages. It’s also important that they get their vaccines on time.

If your child has medically at-risk conditions, they may need extra vaccines. Talk to your vaccination service provider for more information.

Year 7 students (or age equivalent)

All young people should get the following vaccinations in Year 7:

Year 10 students (or age equivalent)

All young people should get the following vaccinations in Year 10:

The Queensland School Immunisation Program

Students in year 7 and 10 in get free vaccinations through the Queensland School Immunisation Program.

You’ll need to fill in, sign and return the consent form your child brings home from school so they can be vaccinated.

You can also get the consent form and information sheet on the Queensland Government website.

If your child is home schooled or doesn’t go to a mainstream school, they can still get free vaccines. They should be vaccinated in the same academic year the vaccines are given through the school program.

If your child isn't vaccinated at school

If your child misses a vaccine, there are places they can go to catch up, including:

  • your GP or other immunisation service provider
  • a catch up school clinic
  • a community immunisation clinic
  • local pharmacy.

The vaccines are free, but there may be a consultation fee.

Catch ups

Children and young people can get the following free vaccinations if they missed one.

  • Human papillomavirus (HPV) – before they're 26
  • dTpa, meningococcal ACWY and meningococcal B – before they're 20

Tips for parents

Some children can be nervous about vaccinations. If your child is worried, talk with them about what will happen and let them know you’ll be there with them.

You can also help them by making sure they:

  • have a good breakfast
  • are wearing loose clothes
  • are feeling well before their vaccination
  • let their nurse or immunisation provider know if they’re feeling nervous or unwell.

Vaccination information in your language

You can find information about vaccination in your language on the Queensland Government website.

You can also watch our video.

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Vaccines for adolescents

Certain vaccines are recommended for adolescents in Queensland. Certain vaccines are recommended for adolescents in Queensland.

Adolescents in year seven and year ten can get free vaccinations through the Queensland School Immunisation Programme.

If your child is in Year 7 or Year 10 they will be given immunisation consent forms. These forms need to be completed and returned to your child's school.

If you need help filling out forms you could ask your teacher, a neighbour or another person in the community for help. Your child will not be vaccinated without this written consent.

If an adolescent in your family has missed vaccinations or does not have an immunisation record your doctor can plan a Catch-up Schedule for them.

People between 10 and 19 years old can have catch-up vaccines for free.

You can also download your child's immunisation record from your Medicare account through my.gov.au on your computer or your mobile phone if your child is under 14 years of age.

People over 14 years of age can access their own immunisation history statement on the AIR.

Ask your doctor to print a copy of your child's immunisation records or call the Australian Immunisation Register 1800 653 809. They will post it to you.

If you need help with English you can use an interpreter by calling 131 450. This service is free.

If your child has an overseas immunisation record in a language other than English you can get the record translated for free. Visit www.translating.dss.gov.au for more information.

If young people under 20 years of age don't have an immunisation record on AIR your family assistance
payments may be impacted.

Talk to your doctor if you have questions about your vaccinations.

Where to get vaccinated

Getting vaccinated is easy. You can get your vaccination from a GP, pharmacy, community clinic, or another vaccination provider.

You can get the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as your flu vaccine.

Find out where to get vaccinated.

Find out more

For more information about vaccination, contact your health provider or call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84).

Last updated:   July 2026

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