Stay protected this Winter
Posted: July 1st, 2026
Protect yourself and your mob against common viruses by getting vaccinated this Winter.
With viruses constantly changing, it is important to keep up to date with vaccinations – especially as we start getting older.
If you fall into one of the below categories, you are eligible for free vaccination:
- Influenza (the flu): All First Nations people in Australia over 6 months old, once every 12 months.
- COVID-19: Everyone over the age of 65, once every 12 months.
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): All First Nations people over the age of 60, one dose.
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has released a series of resources for sharing among First Nations communities to encourage people to vaccinate against the flu, RSV, and COVID-19. These resources include a fact sheet, a poster, social media tiles, a printable eligibility card, and videos – including an advert featuring Troy Cassar-Daley.
Find out more and download the resources on the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing website.
