National HPV vaccination program

The Gardasil vaccine is currently free for all girls aged 12–13 years. Free vaccination was introduced in April 2007 by the Australian Government and will be ongoing.

Additionally, a 2 year catch-up program was introduced for females aged 14–26 years. The Gardasil vaccine will be free for this group until the end of June 2009. If the woman turns 27 during the course of vaccination, the remaining vaccines will also be free.

After June 2009, females aged 14–26 years will only be able to access the vaccine through a GP at a cost of around $450.

National HPV Vaccination Program Register

The HPV Register is being set up to support the national HPV vaccination program. It will record and maintain information about females who receive the HPV vaccine in Australia, helping to track and evaluate the program.

• Visit the HPV Register website (external link)

Further reading:

» Learn more about the Australian Government’s vaccination program (external link)

More information:

» What is the cervical cancer vaccine?
» Do I still need Pap smears?
» Who can get the vaccine?
» Scientific information