Pfizer Covid vaccine clinic to open at Stanthorpe Showgrounds next week

The short-term clinic will bring the in-demand Covid jab to residents on the Granite Belt and Southern Downs from next week. Here’s everything you need to know.

The Stanthorpe community will be able to access the Covid Pfizer vaccine at a new clinic next week. Photo: Rae Wilson / The Daily Mercury

The Stanthorpe community will be able to access the Covid Pfizer vaccine at a new clinic next week.

A Darling Downs Health vaccination clinic administering the Pfizer vaccine will be set-up at the Stanthorpe Showgrounds from Tuesday August 10 until Friday August 13.

DDH Emergency Operations Centre executive lead Annette Scott said that if anyone in the community had questions about the vaccine to talk to their doctor or health care worker for up-to-date information.

“The vaccination is safe and is free. It is the best way to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community,” she said.

All residents aged 16-59 will be eligible for the vaccine at the clinic.

The clinic will be open from 8.30am to 3.50pm from Tuesday to Thursday, and 8.30am to 1pm on Friday.

People who have received one dose of the Astra Zeneca vaccine, which has been provided recently through GPs and Aboriginal Medical Services, should receive a second dose of Astra Zeneca and not a Pfizer vaccine.

Everyone who is eligible and wants to get vaccinated can pre-register their interest online, by selecting “any other eligible criteria” to complete the form.

If you plan to attend the clinic you must bring ID, your Medicare card and a pen.

For the full list of medical practices across the Southern Downs currently offering the Covid jab, click here.