Parents will be able to have their children vaccinated from as little as $19 at pharmacies next year.
Changes to the immunisation program will see those under five receive a range of vaccines for a reduced price.
It is part of the Federal government’s $2 billion overhaul to Australia’s health care system which was announced at National Cabinet on Friday.
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