The National Immunisation Program (NIP) covers routine childhood immunisations free of charge. These can be administered by a GP, nurses or also at local council sessions.
Childhood immunisations are recommended at periodic intervals a few months apart, from birth until 4 years of age, according to the Victorian Immunisation Schedule. Your baby’s first vaccine is often booked at the same visit following a new mum’s six-week post-natal health check.