Immunisations
The Local Doctor offers a comprehensive vaccination service at its Ivanhoe and Diamond Creek clinics: routine childhood immunisations (bulk-billed with a Medicare card via the practice nurse), Meningococcal B (Bexsero, privately purchased), annual influenza vaccination from 6 months of age, COVID vaccination, and travel vaccines tailored to your itinerary.
Written by Dr Christopher Irwin · MBChB, FRACGP, MMed (Skin Cancer), FACAM, ASCD · Reviewed by Dr Christopher Irwin · Updated 11 June 2026
At The Local Doctor, we offer a comprehensive vaccination service including.
Routine childhood vaccines
Routine childhood vaccines commence at 6 weeks of age. For the 6 week immunisation consultation, an appointment should also be booked with your treating doctor who will perform a thorough new born check. It is recommended for the mother to book a post-partum checkup with your doctor as well. Subsequent routine vaccines are booked with the practice nurse and are bulk-billed for patients with a Medicare card.
The government funds routine childhood immunisations with the exception of Bexero which covers Meningococcal B.
Meningococcal B is the second most common cause of meningococcal disease. This immunisation is not currently covered under the National Immunisation Schedule. The price is generally $100 – $120 per dose (from your local pharmacy), and dependent on age up to 3 doses may be required.
Influenza vaccine
The Influenza vaccine is recommended annually for everyone aged 6 months and above.
COVID vaccine
Our clinic currently have Pfizer vaccine available and can be booked online.
Travel vaccines
Please make an appointment with your doctor to discuss which travel vaccines are appropriate for your travel itinerary.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does the meningococcal B (Bexsero) vaccine cost?
- Meningococcal B (Bexsero) is not currently covered under the National Immunisation Schedule, so it is purchased privately — generally $100 to $120 per dose from your local pharmacy. Depending on age, up to 3 doses may be required.
- What vaccines does The Local Doctor offer?
- Our Ivanhoe and Diamond Creek clinics offer routine childhood immunisations, Meningococcal B (Bexsero), annual influenza vaccination, COVID vaccination, and travel vaccines tailored to your itinerary. You can book online using the Book buttons or by phoning reception on (03) 8373 4646.
- Are routine childhood immunisations bulk-billed?
- The government funds routine childhood immunisations, and the doses given by our practice nurse are bulk-billed for patients with a Medicare card. Bexsero for Meningococcal B is the exception, as it is not government funded.
- When do my baby's immunisations start?
- Routine childhood vaccines commence at 6 weeks of age. For the 6 week immunisation, also book an appointment with your treating doctor for a thorough newborn check, and it is recommended that the mother book a post-partum checkup as well.
- Who should get the flu vaccine?
- The influenza vaccine is recommended annually for everyone aged 6 months and over.
- Do you offer travel vaccinations?
- Yes. Make an appointment with your doctor to discuss which travel vaccines are appropriate for your travel itinerary — book online or phone reception on (03) 8373 4646.