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13 August 2025 - A list of resources – including guides, fact sheets and other publications – for residential aged care providers.

20 June 2025 - Seeking stakeholder submissions to implement the Medical Services Advisory Committee advice about the cost of technical support services for cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs).

20 September 2021 - The Dementia in Australia 2021 report is the first of its kind in almost 10 years. Prepared by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, it shows how the impact of dementia is growing in Australia.

2 May 2024 - Aged care volunteer Jim is a Resident Support Volunteer with RSL Care South Australia. He opens up about how volunteering has helped him overcome mental health challenges.

2 December 2025 - State and territory governments deliver newborn bloodspot screening programs. Learn more about the programs available in your state or territory.

31 May 2024 - The Primary Health Care Research initiative will provide $100 million over 10 years from 2024–25. It aims to support an increase in Australia’s evidence base in primary health care through research to improve service delivery and patient outcomes, and translate this knowledge into action.

21 August 2024 - Learn about the Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Review’s terms of reference and the role of the HTA Review Reference Committee in carrying out the review.

27 November 2025 - Read progress on recommendation 6.28 of the Disability Royal Commission.

18 July 2025 - Each year, the independent survey team visits participating residential aged care homes and asks residents to participate in the Residents’ Experience Survey to share feedback about their care. Participation is voluntary.

2 February 2026 - Registered providers must protect the rights of older people and demonstrate quality care in line with legislated requirements. Performance is regulated and made transparent to build public confidence and improve sector capability.