The Darwin Vaccination Centre in Marrara will add to its operations on Tuesday, to help protect some of the Territory’s most vulnerable against influenza (flu), in a three week blitz ahead of the clinic’s closure.
With an increase in cases of flu in recent weeks, the centre will provide free flu vaccinations for all children aged six months to under five years old.
Children in this age group are at greater risk of developing severe flu and can access the flu vaccine for free under the Commonwealth Government’s National Immunisation Plan.
Currently, only 17 per cent of children in the Northern Territory aged six months to under five years old have had the flu vaccine.
The last day of operations for the Darwin Vaccination Centre will be Thursday, 30 June, 2022.
Until this date, the centre will also continue to provide COVID-19 vaccinations for eligible Territorians five years and older.
Bookings for the flu vaccination can be made using the NT COVID-19 vaccine booking system.
Walk-ins will be accepted at the Darwin Vaccination Clinic however, prioritisation will be given to those with booked appointments.
The Darwin Vaccination Centre opening hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm from Monday to Thursday, 9:00am to 4:00pm on Friday and 9:00am to 3:00pm on Saturday.
The flu vaccine is also available in the NT at participating GP clinics, pharmacies, respiratory clinics and Aboriginal health clinics. The COVID-19 vaccine and the flu vaccine can be given at the same time.
Flu vaccination appointments can be booked from 13 to 30 June 2022. Book now here
Quotes attributable to Chief Minister Natasha Fyles
“The Territory Labor Government will be making the most of the valuable resources available at the Marrara Vaccination clinic, by protecting some of the community’s most vulnerable from this year’s flu.
“It’s important for all Territorians to understand the importance of vaccination their children, who are one of the least vaccinated demographics, and to have access to the flu vaccination.
“By getting the flu vaccination, Territorians will be protecting not only themselves and their families from this year’s flu, but also the wider community.”
Quotes attributable to Chief Health Officer, NT Health, Dr Charles Pain
“Getting the flu vaccine is more important than ever this year due to the early flu season and significant number of cases currently circulating in the community.
“By increasing access to the flu vaccine for young children, this will ensure some of the Territory’s most vulnerable are protected against flu.
“By getting the flu vaccine, Territorians can protect themselves from getting sick and giving the flu to others, helping keep the community safe.”
Northern Territory Government
