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Review of National Rural Health Commissioner Functions
An independent review will be conducted on the functions of the National Rural Health Commissioner. -
Independent Review of the HELP Debt Reduction Program
The independent review of the HELP debt reduction program is underway to review the operation of the program in supporting doctors and nurse practitioners who live and work in rural, remote or very remote areas, and teachers who work in very remote areas. -
Changes to the Minister’s discretionary power to approve supply of PBS medicines
A change to legislation has reduced the mandatory timeframe in which the Minister must decide whether to approve a request to supply PBS medicines. -
Expression of Interest – Genomics Australia Advisory Council
The Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing is inviting applications from people interested in becoming a member of the Genomics Australia Advisory Council. -
Announcement of the NDIS Evidence Advisory Committee
Associate Professor Jill Duncan OAM has been appointed inaugural Chair of the NDIS Evidence Advisory Committee alongside 6 co-chairs of 3 sub-committees. -
Proposed amendment to the Health Insurance Act 1973
The Australian Government intends to amend Part VD of the Health Insurance Act 1973 to enhance the Bonded Medical Program. -
Webinar recording: Support at Home Q&A
The recording of our August Q&A webinar session on the new aged care Support at Home program is now available. -
One step closer to Australia’s independent Centre for Disease Control
Today, the Australian Government introduced draft legislation into Parliament to establish Australia’s Centre for Disease Control (CDC). -
Applications for aged care nursing scholarships now open
The Aged Care Nursing Scholarships Program enables workers to complete formal qualifications in nursing and develop management skills to advance their career in aged care. -
Building Better Oral Health: National Plan Moves Forward
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing is continuing to build momentum toward the National Oral Health Plan 2025–2034, following the successful co-design workshop held in December 2024. -
$48.8 million for genomic research into medicines and to improve First Nations health
Learn about the latest Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant opportunity -
National Health and Medical Research Strategy consultation and webinar
Consultation on the draft National Health and Medical Research Strategy is open. Join Ms Rosemary Huxtable AO PSM at 11:00am AEST on 1 September 2025 to learn how you can take part. -
Hearing Services Program Provider Notice 2025-5 – Device Replacement Requirements
Service Providers contracted under the Hearing Services Program (program) are required to follow the terms of their service provider contract and relevant program legislation. -
Thriving Kids – a new program to support children with developmental delay and autism, and their families
We have announced our commitment to contribute $2 billion over 5 years towards Thriving Kids, commencing from 1 July 2026. -
Have your say on the GST status of pain relief medicine
We’re reviewing the GST-free status of small packs of common pain relief, such as aspirin, ibuprofen and paracetamol. You can now have your say until 8 September 2025. -
New video on the new rights-based Aged Care Act
Aged care in Australia is changing for the better. -
The Medical Research Future Fund supports dementia, ageing and aged care research in Australia
Learn about the findings of a review into the progress of the Medical Research Future Fund’s (MRFF) Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission. -
Regional, Rural and Remote Home Care Workforce Support Program
We are growing the home care workforce with targeted support for providers to recruit and retain home care workers in regional, rural and remote locations. -
Regional, Rural and Remote Home Care Workforce Support Program
We are growing the home care workforce with targeted support for providers to recruit and retain home care workers in regional, rural and remote locations. -
Meet the new NDIS Reform Advisory Committee
The NDIS Reform Advisory Committee will advise government to ensure the diverse voices of people with disability are heard. -
Have your say on the aged care reforms
The Aged Care Reforms Sector Pulse Survey is an opportunity for the aged care sector to tell us how things are going and what support you need from us. -
Express your interest in guiding the Medical Research Future Fund’s Reducing Health Inequities Mission
We are seeking expressions of interest for the Reducing Health Inequities Mission Expert Advisory Panel (EAP). This EAP will advise the Australian Government on the Medical Research Future Fund’s (MRFF) newest mission. Applications close on 17 October 2025. -
Community Visitor Schemes Consultation
We want to know your thoughts about how to make Community Visitor Schemes more consistent -
Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program to provide 50/50 incentive split
Practices and GPs registering for the Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program (BBPIP) will equally share in the 12.5% incentive. -
Aged Care Transition to Practice Program
New aged care nurses will gain the skills and confidence to provide high-quality care to older people.