Covid 19 Vaccinations are available at Balwyn Health Care. A booster provides protection against serious illness from COVID-19.

Covid vaccinations provided by the National Immunisation Program (NIP) are free to the following groups from 1 October 2026:

75 years and older
All adults aged ≥75 years, including aged care residents, are recommended to receive two free doses of COVID-19 vaccine per year, given around 6 months apart. The risk of severe illness increases significantly with advancing age.

65-74 years
One free dose per year.

18-64 years
With severe immunocompromise: One free dose per year (ask your GP which conditions are included).

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people 50-74 years
One free dose per year.

Privately Purchased Vaccines

After 1 October 2026, people who do not fit the eligibility above will need to purchase their Covid vaccine privately through a pharmacy. Costs vary between $120 - $180.

The date you had your last COVID-19 vaccine is on your Australian Immunisation History available through your myGov account or the 1800MEDICARE App.