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3 February 2026 - This report on awarded MRFF grants, that are not under media embargo, is correct as at 1 Feburary 2026. It includes information on grant recipients (including Grant ID), funded projects, timeframes, grant values and MRFF grant opportunity funding rates.

1 July 2025 - Information about chickenpox vaccines, who it is recommended for, how and where to get vaccinated. If you're eligible, you can get the chickenpox vaccine free under the National Immunisation Program.

21 August 2021 - Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer Professor Michael Kidd's press conference on 21 August 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).

31 July 2025 - The Australian Government is investing $50 million in genomic research that will lead to personalised treatments for a wide range of health issues. Funding is from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).

8 June 2023 - The Australian Government will provide 10 additional Medicare subsidised psychological therapy sessions for people who have used their 10 initial sessions and are in areas subject to restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

1 June 2023 - These trials explored different ways of helping people understand and engage with the aged care system. Lessons from these trials have helped us decide the best way to support people to navigate aged care.

18 December 2025 - Registered providers of residential aged care, Support at Home and multi-purpose services are required to complete an annual Aged Care Financial Report (ACFR). Providers must report on mandatory requirements to receive Australian Government operational approval and funding.

30 May 2025 - Read our latest news items related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.

12 November 2025 - The Greater Choice for At Home Palliative Care measure aims to improve palliative care coordination through Primary Health Networks (PHNs).

8 July 2022 - The Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) continues to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic situation, drawing upon international and local evidence.