COVID-19 Vaccinations
A COVID-19 vaccine is recommended:
∙ Every 6 months for people aged ≥75 years
∙ Every 12 months for people aged ≥65 years and ≥18 years with severe immunocompromise
∙ Can be considered every 12 months for healthy people aged ≥18 years and 5–17 years with severe immunocompromise
ATAGI information: https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/covid-19-vaccines/getting-your-vaccination
As of December, 2024, a new vaccine variant, the Pfizer Comirnaty JN.1 (also referred to as JN.1) is being rolled out to UFS pharmacies. The XBB 1.5 will continue to be available in our pharmacies until the JN.1 vaccine is available.
Please note: if you have had COVID recently, you need to wait for six months after infection to receive the booster vaccine
Vaccinations are administered by an immunisation accredited pharmacist or nurse and bookings can be made by clicking on the link for your pharmacy of choice. If you have any concerns, or if you have a complex medical history, we encourage you to speak to your GP prior to making an appointment.
Some pharmacies require appointments to be booked, others are able to accept walk-ins.
Bacchus Marsh (booking required) Book a COVID vaccination at Bacchus Marsh UFS Pharmacy
Beaufort (walk-ins welcome)
Bridge Mall (booking required) Book a COVID vaccination at Bridge Mall UFS Pharmacy
Buninyong (booking required) Book a COVID vaccination at Buninyong UFS Pharmacy
Melton Central (booking required) Book a COVID vaccination at Melton Central UFS Pharmacy
Mount Clear (booking required) Book a COVID vaccination at Mt Clear UFS Pharmacy
Sebastopol (booking required) Book a COVID vaccination at Sebastopol UFS Pharmacy
Sturt St (booking and walk-ins welcome) Book a COVID vaccination at Sturt St UFS Pharmacy
Sturt St West (booking and walk-ins welcome) Book a COVID vaccination at Sturt St West UFS Pharmacy
Wendouree (booking and walk-ins welcome) Book a COVID vaccination at Wendouree UFS Pharmacy
If you are currently infected with COVID-19 or you are experiencing respiratory symptoms, you must not attend for a vaccination – please call to reschedule your appointment.