The Hon Mark Butler MP
Minister for Health and Ageing
Minister for Disability and the National Disability Insurance Scheme
Senator the Hon Jenny McAllister
Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme
The Hon Sam Rae MP
Minister for Aged Care and Seniors
The Hon Emma McBride MP
Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
Assistant Minister for Rural and Regional Health
The Hon Rebecca White MP
Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care
Assistant Minister for Indigenous Health
Assistant Minister for Women
Special Envoy
Mr Dan Repacholi MP
Special Envoy for Men's Health
Latest media
Read the latest media releases, speeches and transcripts from the ministers of the Health, Disability and Ageing portfolio.
Mental health support for First Nations young people in Western NSW
First Nations young people living in Western NSW can now access free, culturally safe mental health and wellbeing support through the new headspace Outreach Program.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month puts spotlight on screening and support
October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month – a time to focus on the impact of breast cancer and the importance of early detection in saving lives.
$13.6 million to cement Australia's status in world-class clinical trials
The Australian Government is investing $13.6 million to progress key national health and medical research reforms; improve earlier access to emerging treatments, strengthen Australia’s clinical trials and deliver better health outcomes for Australians.
Press conference with Minister Rae, Brisbane – 1 October 2025
Read the transcript of Treasurer Chalmers and Minister Rae's press conference about the wage rise for aged care workers; Home Guarantee Scheme; 5% deposits; interest rates decision; and tariffs.-
Another pay rise for our aged care workers
The Australian Government is today delivering a fourth increase in award wages to the dedicated workers who provide aged care services to older Australians. -
Press conference with Assistant Minister McBride, Dubbo – 30 September 2025
Read the transcript of Assistant Minister Butler's press conference about opening of the Dubbo Medicare Mental Health Centre.