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New funding to support new and expectant parents

The Australian Government continues to support the mental health and wellbeing of new and expectant parents with new funding to expand the National Perinatal Mental Health Helpline.

Goulburn Valley Welcomes First Medical Intake

The University of Melbourne’s rural pathway medical school program at Shepparton is set to welcome its first intake next year, taking students a step closer to becoming rural doctors and helping to address Australia’s longstanding rural doctor shortage.

Praise for Shepparton's COVID-19 Response

Federal Member for Nicholls, Damian Drum, and Minister for Regional Health, Dr David Gillespie, have praised Goulburn Valley Health for its role in containing Shepparton’s recent COVID-19 outbreak.

Melbourne Press Conference with Minister Hunt and Professor John Skerritt, on 5 December 2021, on the TGA provisionally approving Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 5 to 11-year-olds

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt and Professor John Skerritt at the Press Conference in Melbourne, on 5 December 2021, on the TGA provisionally approving Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 5 to 11-year-olds.

Celebrating connections with senior Australians

Today, on International Volunteer Day we celebrate and thank the millions of volunteers across the nation who give their time selflessly to help and enrich lives.

TGA provisionally approves Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 5 to 11-year-olds

The Therapeutic Goods Administration has provisionally approved the Comirnaty (Pfizer) vaccine as safe and effective for use among 5 to 11-year-old children in Australia.

Interview with Neil Mitchell from 3AW Mornings on 3 December 2021, on COVID-19 cases, update on the Novavax rollout and retirement from federal politics

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's interview with Neil Mitchell from 3AW Mornings on 3 December 2021, on COVID-19 cases, update on the Novavax rollout and retirement from federal politics.

Canberra Press Conference with Minister Greg Hunt on funding into COVID protection measures, Omicron variant and vaccination booster program

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt at the Canberra Press Conference on 3 December 2021, on funding into COVID protection measures, Omicron variant and vaccination booster program.

Interview with Natalie Barr and Michael Usher, Sunrise, 3 December 2021, on Minister Hunt's retirement and Omicron variant

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's interview with Natalie Barr and Michael Usher, Sunrise, 3 December 2021, on his retirement and Omicron variant.

Interview with Sarah Harris, Tristan MacManus and Beau Ryan, Studio 10, on 3 December 2021, on retirement from federal politics

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's interview with Sarah Harris, Tristan MacManus and Beau Ryan, Studio 10, on 3 December 2021, on retirement from federal politics.

Interview with Peter Stefanovic, Sky News First Edition, on 3 December 2021, on potential dangers of Omicron variant and potential new vaccine for Omicron variant

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's interview with Peter Stefanovic, Sky News First Edition, on 3 December 2021, on potential dangers of Omicron variant and potential new vaccine for Omicron variant.

Interview with Ben Fordham, of 2GB, on Greg Hunt's retirement

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's interview with Ben Fordham, of 2GB, on Greg Hunt's retirement.

Interview with Sylvia Jeffreys and David Campbell on The Today Show on 3 December 2021, on retirement from federal politics and Omicron update

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's interview with Sylvia Jeffreys and David Campbell on The Today Show on 3 December 2021, on retirement from federal politics and Omicron update.

$540 million to continue and expand Australia’s COVID-19 response

The Australian Government has invested a further $540 million in response to the COVID 19 pandemic including significant funding to keep Australians safe, and for COVID-19 testing.

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 match schedule announced

Minister for Sport, Richard Colbeck, has welcomed the release of the FIFA Women’s World Cup (FWWC) 2023 match schedule saying it puts our two sport-loving nations in the spotlight.

$56 million to improve end of life care for Australians

The Australian Government will invest more than $56 million to improve end of life and palliative care for Australians.

$50 million investment in support for HIV and blood borne viruses

The Australian Government is marking World AIDS Day by announcing over $50 million in new funding to extend access to HIV treatment in Australia.

National Aged Care Advocacy expanded as reforms gain momentum

A new funding agreement that increases total program funding from $52.6 million to $151.1 million over four years will significantly expand the National Aged Care Advocacy Program (NACAP) to support greater choice and quality safeguards for senior Australians.

More seniors access home care packages as waiting list decreases

The number of people waiting to receive a home care package continues to decrease as the Australian Government ensures more senior Australians can live at home for longer.

Canberra Press Conference with Minister Greg Hunt, Minister Karen Andrews and Professor Paul Kelly, on 30 November 2021, on Omicron, boosters and border closures

Read the transcript of Minister Greg Hunt, Minister Karen Andrews and Professor Paul Kelly at the Press Conference in Canberra, on 30 November 2021, on Omicron, boosters and border closures.

New guidelines to help GPs care for patients impacted by violence and abuse

Australian health practitioners will be better able to care for patients and their children experiencing violence and abuse under new guidelines being released today.

$37.2 million for Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder support and awareness

The Australian Government is investing more than $37 million for Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) diagnostic services to increase access and reduce waiting times, as well as launching a new National Awareness Campaign for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Women.

Minister David Gillespie's transcript at the ABC Afternoon Briefing on 29 November 2021 on Omicron

Read the transcript of Minister Gillespie's interview at the ABC Afternoon Briefing on 29 November 2021 on Omicron.

Minister David Gillespie's interview with Chris Kenny, from The Kenny Report, on 29 November 2021.

Read the transcript of Minister Gillespie's interview with Chris Kenny, from The Kenny Report, on 29 November 2021.

Interview with Leon Byner from FiveAA Mornings on 29 November 2021, on Omicron, Venetoclax, Australia COVID-19 vaccination program

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's interview with Leon Byner from FiveAA Mornings on 29 November 2021, on Omicron, Venetoclax, Australia COVID-19 vaccination program.