A Medical Centre for Laverton Residents
Searching for a Laverton medical centre often turns up Point Cook as well, and for good reason: our clinic at 2 Juniper Ave is about 7 km south-west of Laverton by road. It is our only site, so you would travel to us rather than see us in Laverton.
The two areas share some history, a young population and a strong mix of cultures. Here is how we fit in.
Two places with an air force story
Hobsons Bay City Council’s history of the area notes that Laverton was advertised in 1886 as “the new and model suburb”, that the Royal Australian Air Force bought 160 acres there in 1921, and that the No. 1 Aircraft Depot moved to Laverton from Point Cook in 1926. The link between the two places is an old one.
Reaching a medical centre near Laverton: the route
From central Laverton, head west along Old Geelong Road and Sayers Road, then turn south onto Palmers Road. Stay on Palmers Road across the Princes Freeway and keep going until Dunnings Road, where the clinic’s rear car park entrance is. It is about 7 km.
For bus and train connections, the PTV journey planner has current services.
A young, multicultural suburb
The 2021 Census counted about 4,800 Laverton residents with a median age of just 32 (ABS QuickStats). Around 15% were born in India, and Punjabi, Karen, Hindi, Nepali and Telugu were the languages heard most at home besides English. Nearly half of homes speak something other than English.
If you would like an interpreter, say so when you book. Bringing a list of your medicines and any overseas vaccination records also helps the doctor at a first visit.
Catching up on vaccines
Moving countries can leave gaps in vaccination records. Under the National Immunisation Program, eligible people can get catch-up vaccines free up to age 20, and refugees and humanitarian entrants of any age are eligible for free catch-up vaccines too.
Childhood and adult immunisations are bulk billed with all our doctors. Our child immunisation and adult immunisation pages explain what a catch-up plan involves.
Cuts, sprains and work injuries
Many Laverton residents work as labourers, tradespeople or machinery operators, so cuts and strains at work are a practical concern. Our GPs and nurses see minor injuries such as cuts, and can check whether your tetanus protection is current.
For heavy bleeding that will not stop, a suspected broken bone or a head injury with confusion, call 000 or go to an emergency department.
Fees for Laverton patients
Billing here is mixed. DVA card holders, pensioners over 65, immunisations and GP care plans are bulk billed. Other consultations may carry a fee that each practitioner sets. If you are not yet registered with Medicare, you can still book; ask reception about the fee.
Common questions
Do I need a Medicare card to see a doctor?
No. Patients not registered with Medicare can still book. Ask reception about the fee when you book; it is paid by EFTPOS at the end of the visit, and the clinic keeps no cash on the premises.
Is there a Juniper clinic in Laverton?
No. We have one clinic, in Point Cook. Phone consultations are available as well; reception can explain how they work and the fee.
Will the doctor remind me when a vaccine is due?
The clinic sends SMS reminders for preventive care such as immunisations, cervical screening and heart checks, so keep your mobile number up to date. See our practice information for how appointments and results work.
What should I do if I need a doctor at night?
Outside clinic hours, ring 13 SICK (13 7425), a separate service that provides home visits and phone advice. Emergencies need 000.