People travel from across the region to be jabbed at Lismore’s shopping centre Covid clinic

The public’s response to a pop-up Covid vaccination clinic at Lismore Square has been ‘exceptional’ with people travelling from far and wide.

NEW CLINIC: Lismore residents can now book ahead to get their COVID-19 jab at the NNSWLHD's new clinic at Lismore Square which opened on Monday, May 24

Lismore’s pop-up shopping centre COVID-19 vaccination clinic is proving so popular, some people from the broader region have been travelling to get the jab.

While the Northern NSW Local Health District wouldn’t break down the exact number of people getting vaccinated at the Lismore Square pop-up, chief executive Wayne Jones said the response had been “exceptional”.

“The location at the Square is very convenient for the community, and the feedback from the general public has been very positive,” Mr Jones said.

“The booking process is working well, and our team is able to ensure we can maximise the volume of people attending the clinic every day, as well as the supply of vaccines.

“The response from the community to the new AstraZeneca vaccination clinic at Lismore Square has been exceptional.”

FIRST JAB: Fay Birrney, 83, was delighted to be the first person to receive a COVID-19 Jab at the NNSWLHD's new clinic at Lismore Square. L-R Ms Birney, Lismore Base Hospital Clinic and Lismore Square Clinic Manager, Sandra Vidler and nurse Schipanski. Photo: Alison Paterson

Perhaps it’s the prospect of combing a COVID-19 jab with a bit of shopping that is proving to be a winner.

“We’ve had people come from across the broader region to be vaccinated,” Mr Jones said.

“The clinic staff are providing vaccinations continuously throughout the day, and our schedulers work with each person to book a time that’s convenient for them.”

In the first instance, people aged 50 and over should go through their general practitioner (GP) to book their AstraZeneca vaccination, but those who cannot access the vaccination through their GP can book directly with the Lismore Square vaccination clinic by calling 1800 438 829 (1800 GET VAX).

Other vaccination clinics and booking details can be found through the eligibility checker at health.gov.au.