The flu (or influenza) vaccine is recommended for everyone over the age of 6 months.
Free seasonal influenza vaccine is funded under the National Immunisation Program (NIP) Schedule for the following groups:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 6 months and older
- Children aged 6 months to less than 5 years of age
- Individuals aged 5 years and over with medical conditions associated with an increased risk of complications from influenza.
- Pregnant women (influenza vaccine can be given at any stage of pregnancy)
- People aged 65 years and older. An influenza vaccine that produces stronger protection is available for this group.
More information
2023 seasonal influenza vaccination information for immunisation providers (NSW Health) includes:
- Updated ATAGI advice on administering seasonal influenza vaccines in 2023
- Eligibility for free influenza vaccine
- Vaccine strains
- Influenza vaccines
- Getting prepared - 2023 influenza vaccination
- Program resources
- Reporting influenza vaccinations to the Australian Immunisation Register
- Influenza vaccine supply
- Ordering influenza vaccines
- Influenza vaccine safety
- Resources
Contact
NSW Health Public Health Unit
Phone 1300 066 055