More families now able to access flu vaccines from pharmacists across NSW
8 May 2025
The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) welcomes the New South Wales Government announcement allowing pharmacists to administer influenza vaccines to people from two years of age, calling on all health care professionals to play their role in boosting immunisation rates across the state.
With influenza coverage declining for those aged 6 month to 5 years, all qualified immunisers, including GPs, nurse practitioners and pharmacists, play an important role in encouraging influenza vaccine uptake, making sure our most vulnerable are protected.
PSA supports the removal of red tape from pharmacist delivered vaccination services, breaking down barriers and helping protect New South Wales families against influenza as cases continue to surge across the country.
NSW PSA President Luke Kelly FPS calls on all pharmacist immunisers across the state to fully utilise their skills and expertise to drive influenza vaccination uptake this winter.
“Pharmacists are accessible, knowledgeable, and trusted immunisers, delivering more vaccinations than ever before,” Mr Kelly said.
“The Minns Government have removed unnecessary red tape, allowing pharmacists to administer vaccines to more patients including children aged two years and older.
“Allowing pharmacists to deliver childhood vaccinations provides people across New South Wales with greater choice and equitable access to vaccines.
“It’s never been easier to ensure you’re fully protected and up to date with your vaccines. Families can now visit their local pharmacy, check their immunisation status, and receive their annual flu shot together.
“All immunisers, no matter where they practise, have an important role to play in championing vaccination. We must all work together to combat vaccine misinformation and hesitancy, whether in General Practice or in an appropriate pharmacy setting.
“Reducing barriers to vaccination uptake should be a priority, and I thank the Minns Labor Government for expanding the age eligibility criteria for pharmacist administration of the influenza vaccines,” Mr Kelly concluded.
Media contact: Georgia Clarke M: 0480 099 798 E: georgia.clarke@psa.org.au
