Immunisation
The aim of immunisation programs is to reduce the impact of vaccine preventable disease through achieving high vaccine coverage rates in the community.
National Immunisation Program
The National Immunisation Program (NIP) is supported by the Australian Government and provides free vaccines for children, adolescents and adults who hold or are eligible for a Medicare card
The National Immunisation Program includes the childhood immunisation program.
To obtain childhood vaccines Please contact your GP clinic to make an appointment.
School immunisation program
South Australia’s School Immunisation Program provides free recommended vaccines for students as part of the National Immunisation Program
SA Health manage the school immunisation program. For information refer to the SA Health website here.
Immunisation History Statements
Immunisation history statements can be obtained using a myGov account or App, or by calling the Australian Immunisation Register enquiries line on 1800 653 809
If you believe a record of vaccination from a Council service is not listed on your statement, please call the Council office on 8580 3000 or email council@renmarkparinga.sa.gov.au to request a review of the records
Immunisation Useful Links
Australian Immunisation Register
Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) vaccine eligibility and clinic locations