This information is for health professionals.
COVID-19 vaccines are now free on the National Immunisation Program (NIP) for people at highest risk of severe disease:
People who are not eligible for a free COVID-19 vaccine may choose to purchase the vaccine privately based on discussions with their healthcare provider.
From 1 October, COVID-19 vaccine orders must be placed through the NSW Vaccine Centre.
More details about ordering COVID-19 vaccines can be found at COVID-19 vaccine transition to the NIP: for immunisation providers
Authorised nurse immunisers can independently administer Comirnaty® as detailed in the Authority for Authorised Registered Nurse/Midwife Immunisers to Supply Poisons and Restricted Substances and Vaccination Standards.
Pharmacist immunisers can administer Comirnaty® under the NSW Pharmacist Vaccination Standards.
Aboriginal Health Practitioners can administer Comirnaty ® under the NSW Standards for Aboriginal Health Practitioners.
COVID-19 vaccines can be co-administered with other vaccines . Studies demonstrate the safety and immunogenicity of co-administration of COVID-19 and influenza vaccines. COVID-19 vaccines can also be co-administered with other vaccines if required, including routine vaccines given in adulthood.
Providers are encouraged to discuss co-administration of vaccines with their clients. Please see the Australian Immunisation Handbook for more information.
Serious adverse events following immunisation (AEFI) are notifiable conditions in NSW. Healthcare providers are required to report any serious AEFI to NSW Health and the Therapeutic Goods Administration. More information is available on Adverse events following immunisation (AEFI).
All vaccination encounters must be reported to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR). Immunisation providers are required to check an individual's vaccination status on the AIR prior to administering any vaccine.
