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20 May 2026 - You may have questions about vaccinating your child. Below are answers to some of the common questions, based on the latest evidence and proven advice.

30 October 2025 - The Get PEP website provides detailed information about post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP). This includes what it is, when and how to take it, and where to access it in Australia. You can can visit their website 24 hours a day 7 days a week to learn more and find your nearest location to get PEP.

12 October 2026 - This is an exposure draft of an amendment to the Aged Care Rules 2025. The escalation pathway provides an additional review mechanism for exceptional circumstances where an older person's ageing-related needs may not be fully reflected through standard assessment arrangements.

31 October 2025 - Healthy ears and hearing are important to health and quality of life. Poor ear health and hearing loss can have an impact on many aspects of our lives, including education, employment and wellbeing.

5 March 2024 - The Get PEP website provides detailed information about post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP). This includes what it is, when and how to take it, and where to access it in Australia. You can can visit their website 24 hours a day 7 days a week to learn more and find your nearest location to get PEP.

7 March 2025 - Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on the public health risks of e-cigarettes.

18 December 2024 - Second-hand smoke exposure leads to premature birth. Learn more about how smoking can impact unborn babies.

28 January 2026 - The Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner provided this submission during consultation on the Exposure Draft of the new Aged Care Act.

21 December 2023 - Children and young people exposed to second-hand smoke and vapour from e-cigarettes, also known as vapes, are at greater risk of serious health and development problems. Find out what these risks are and what you can do as a parent or carer to reduce them.

3 November 2025 - The new Aged Care Act is strengthening Australia's aged care system. It ensures that people who access aged care services funded by the Australian Government are treated with respect and have the quality of life they deserve.