Brisbane South PHN On Target for Immunisation 2026

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You’re Invited: Annual On Target for Immunisation Workshop
“Empowering Providers to Improve Vaccination Rates”

Event Details
Brisbane South PHN and Metro South Public Health Unit invite you to our annual Immunisation Workshop—a full-day event dedicated to strengthening vaccination practices and improving immunisation rates across our region.

This year’s program brings together a diverse range of expert speakers who will share the latest evidence, address key challenges, and provide the resources to support effective vaccination delivery.

You’ll gain up-to-date knowledge on disease prevention, vaccine developments, and best-practice approaches to help you stay informed and prepared.

Join us for an engaging workshop exploring the current immunisation programs, schedules, and proven strategies to build trust, increase confidence, and reduce vaccine hesitancy within the community.

AUDIENCE: Immunisation service providers including Nurses, GP’s and Pharmacists

GUEST SPEAKERS:
• Professor Nicholas Wood: National Centre for Immunisation Research (NCIRS)
• Associate Professor Stephen Lambert: Public Health Physician
• Queensland Health Immunisation Program (QHIP)
• Australian Primary Health Care Association (APNA)
• Queensland Specialist Immunisation Services (QSIS)
• Metro South HHS
• Metro South Public Health Unit (MSPHU)

TOPICS:

• Setting the scene

  • Falling vaccination rates
  • Childhood vaccination update
  • National Immunisation Strategy 2025-2030

• Immunisation programs and schedule update

• Addressing vaccine hesitancy and improving patient communication

• Practical vaccination techniques and giving multiple injections

• Cultural considerations for immunising our communities

EVENT AGENDA Click here

TIME:
Registration: 8.00am
Start: 8.30am
Finish: 4.15pm

COST: Free, meals provided

LOCATION: The Glen Hotel, Eight Mile Plains

ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Do you have any accessibility requirements? If yes, please provide details on the registration form below (in the Accessibility Requirements field) and we will contact you to discuss your requirements.

CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
A Statement of Attendance will be provided to attendees as documentary evidence to support professional development requirements. GP members of RACGP, ACRRM and other CPD Homes can self-record this activity via their relevant CPD portal.