The Village GP Black Rock

24/04/2026

In remembrance of those who have served and sacrificed, our practice will be closed on ANZAC Day.
We will reopen at 8:00am on Monday, 27 April.
Thank you for your understanding as we observe this important day.
If you require medical care while we are closed:
☎️ Call 13SICK (13 74 25)
🏥 Visit your local Priority Primary Care Centre
🚑 Attend Sandringham Emergency Department
🔴 In an emergency, call 000

09/04/2026

💉 2026 Flu Vaccines Now Available
Government‑funded and private flu vaccines are now in stock at our clinic.
Government‑funded flu vaccines are available for:
• Children aged 6 months to under 5 years
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 6 months and over
• Pregnant women (any stage of pregnancy)
• People aged 65 years and over
• People aged 6 months and over with certain medical conditions
Private flu vaccines are available for children and adults aged 5–64 years who are not eligible for the government‑funded vaccine ($23 upfront when booking online).
📅 Flu vaccines are given during our Immunisation Clinic sessions.
Bookings are now open — protect yourself and those around you this flu season.

26/03/2026

We will be closed for the Easter long weekend
3 - 6 April
Reopening on Tuesday 7th April, 8am
Wishing everyone a happy and safe Easter break
If you need medical attention while we’re away:
* Call 13SICK on 13 74 25
* Visit your local Urgent Care Clinic
* In an emergency, head to Sandringham Emergency Department or call 000

07/03/2026

📣 We will be closed for the Labour Day Long Weekend
Reopening on Tuesday 10th March, 8am

If you need medical attention while we’re away:
✅ Call 13Sick on 13 74 25
✅ Visit your local Urgent Care Clinic
✅ In an emergency, head to Sandringham Emergency Department or call 000

23/01/2026

📣 Clinic Closed for the Public Holiday Long Weekend
We will be closed over the public holiday long weekend.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing break!
If you need medical attention while we’re away:
✅ Call 13Sick on 13 74 25
✅ Visit your local Urgent Care Clinic
✅ In an emergency, head to Sandringham Emergency Department or call 000
We will reopen on Tuesday 27th January, 8am.

05/01/2026

📢 Important Update to Our Opening Hours
From 5–26 January, our hours will be slightly reduced due to doctor availability.
✨ Updated Opening Times
Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday: Closed
Public Holidays: Closed
These times also apply to onsite pathology (4Cyte).
We’ll return to normal hours on Tuesday 27 January 2026.
If you need medical assistance outside these times:
✅ Call 13Sick on 13 74 25
✅ Visit your local Urgent Care Clinic
✅ In emergencies, head to Sandringham Emergency Department or call 000

07/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from The Village GP Black Rock!

Please check the image for our **practice holiday hours**. **Public holidays: closed.**

If you need medical attention while we’re away:
• For non‑urgent after‑hours care, call **13SICK (13 74 25)** or visit **Sandringham Emergency Department**.
• For emergencies, **dial 000**.

Wishing you and your families a safe, healthy, and happy festive season! ✨

05/10/2025

🌍✈️ Planning a trip to Bali, India, South America or beyond?
Make sure your health is ready for the adventure too!

👨‍⚕️ In this video, Dr Ben explains why a travel health check is a must before you go.

✨ Why it matters:
✔️ Protect against region-specific health risks
✔️ Get the right vaccines & medications
✔️ Learn food, water & insect safety tips
✔️ Be prepared for emergencies or managing chronic conditions overseas

💉 Our GPs can help with:
• Travel vaccinations (Hep A & B, Typhoid, Yellow Fever*)
• Malaria prevention & altitude sickness medication
• Personalised advice for your destination & health needs

🕐 When to book: 4–6 weeks before you travel (but last-minute travellers can still benefit).

👉 Book your travel health appointment today and travel well!

*Yellow Fever only available with accredited doctors (Dr Maureen & Dr Ben).

23/09/2025

🏉 We will be closed for the AFL Grand Final long weekend! 🏆
Our practice will be closed on Friday, 26th September and Saturday, 27th September.
If you need medical assistance during this time, here are your options:
📞 Call DoctorDoctor on 13 26 60
🏥 Visit your local Priority Primary Care Centre
🚑 Head to the Sandringham Emergency Department
🚨 For emergencies, please dial 000
We will reopen at 8am on Monday 29th September. Enjoy the game!

16/09/2025

Have you met Dr Paul Duffy? 👋
He’s the newest GP in The Village !

Dr Paul brings over 30 years of experience in medicine across the UK and Australia, with a career spanning psychiatry, hospital medicine, surgery, emergency care, and general practice. He’s known for his holistic and compassionate approach to patient care.

His special interests include mental health, ADHD and neurodivergence, chronic disease and pain management, paediatrics, adolescent health, men’s and women’s health, and medicinal cannabis prescribing.

As a father of three, including one with significant neurodivergence, Dr Paul combines professional expertise with lived experience, offering genuine empathy and understanding for families.

📅 Consulting Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays

11/09/2025

📢 Reminder for our Year 12 VCE students 🎓✨
⏳ Equity schemes (SEAS) & scholarship applications close 10 Oct!
✅ Make sure you’ve booked your appointment with your regular GP well in advance.

📅 Don’t leave it to the last minute – get organised now! 💡✍️

15/08/2025