COVID-19 Vaccination

Watch some videos on COVID-19 immunisations for tamariki and rangatahi 

Find out why it's important for tamariki (children) to have the COVID-19 vaccine. It's especially important for those with underlying health conditions such as asthma, diabetes and heart conditions (like rheumatic heart disease). 

Check information about COVID-19 vaccination in tamariki (children) and rangatahi (young people). Find out about having the COVID-19 vaccine when pregnant or breastfeeding.

'Tamariki time' is a resource for tamariki (children) on the spectrum, or tamariki who are anxious or who like to have a step by step explanation before their COVID vaccine.

Quick tips for your child's COVID vaccination - what to do before, during and after your child has their vaccine.

Check some tips and resources for supporting tamariki (children) and rangatahi (young people)  through the COVID-19 immunisation process. This includes resources for supporting those with disabilities.

Children and young people with diabetes aged 5 years and over can have their COVID-19 immunisation now. The Paediatric Society Clinical Network for Diabetes recommends all children 5 years and over with diabetes have the COVID-19 vaccine to help protect against COVID-19.

Immunisation remains a priority for whānau during the COVID-19 pandemic. You can  protect your child against serious diseases like whooping cough and measles.