World Immunisation Week (24-30 April)

Protecting against preventable diseases

This World Immunisation Week (24–30 April) marks the launch of two national campaigns to help protect Australians from serious, preventable diseases: the Childhood Immunisation Campaign and the Winter Vaccination Campaign.

The Childhood Immunisation Campaign reinforces the importance of timely vaccination under the National Immunisation Program for eligible children aged 0–4 years. The Winter Vaccination Campaign encourages older people to stay protected against influenza, COVID‑19 and RSV ahead of the winter season. The RSV vaccine is available on the NIP for eligible older people from 15 May 2026.

Health professionals play a vital role in providing trusted, evidence-based vaccine advice. A range of free, ready-to-use resources are available to support patient conversations and display in your practice.