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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health

Improving the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is a national priority. We work in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to develop and implement strategies, programs and initiatives to improve health and wellbeing.

COVID-19 vaccines information

Information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people about COVID-19 vaccines.

Annual health checks

Find out more about free annual health checks for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people (715 checks).

How we support Indigenous health

Get an overview of our work to improve the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Indigenous health programs

We fund many programs that work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to improve health.

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National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Plan 2021–2031

The new National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Plan sets the policy direction for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing. It will guide the development of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health policies, programs and initiatives over the next 10 years.

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Find an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health service

Use this interactive map to find an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health service near you.

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News

News

New resources to support high quality, culturally safe care

New report centres voices of older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People

Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner Andrea Kelly has released a report to Government, recommending a series of critical reforms to improve aged care for older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Healthcare providers are helping people overcome bowel screening hesitancy

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Resources

Resources

See our resources translated into Indigenous languages. 

Getting ready for aged care fact sheet

Fact sheet
This fact sheet helps older Australians, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, plan ahead for aged care. It covers how to explore services, talk with family, book assessments, make legal arrangements, and get financial advice, before care is urgently needed.

Your rights and aged care fact sheet

Fact sheet
From 1 November 2025, the new Aged Care Act includes a Statement of Rights to ensure older people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, receive respectful, culturally safe care. It supports independence, choice, and connection to community and Country.

What is aged care fact sheet

Fact sheet
This fact sheet outlines aged care options for older Australians, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It covers help at home, respite, restorative and end-of-life care, and how to access culturally safe services.
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