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        Australian Immunisation Handbook

        The Handbook provides clinical advice for health professionals on the safest and most effective use of vaccines in their practice.

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        NCIRS calculates vaccine coverage estimates using AIR data. Access here

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        A range of resources available to immunisation health professionals seeking information on vaccines, vaccine-preventable diseases and immunisation programs.

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        News & events

        National survey shows declining vaccine confidence among parents News | 18 February 2026

        National survey shows declining vaccine confidence among parents

        Whooping cough cases are at their highest level in 35 years – so why the surge? News | 09 February 2026

        Whooping cough cases are at their highest level in 35 years – so why the surge?

        Implementation plan released for National Immunisation Strategy News | 06 February 2026

        Implementation plan released for National Immunisation Strategy

        Bridging the vaccine introduction gap in Asia’s middle‑income countries News | 05 February 2026

        Bridging the vaccine introduction gap in Asia’s middle‑income countries

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