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2 July 2025 - The National Aged Care Design Principles and Guidelines provide a comprehensive, evidence-based resource to guide accommodation design to support the delivery of high quality, safe, respectful and dignified care for older people living in residential aged care accommodation.

13 May 2025 - Debbie is a volunteer team leader with Suncare Community Services. She explains the value of volunteering in aged care and the difference it makes to the lives of older people.

12 December 2024 - This report contains the results of the Aged Care Worker Survey 2024. The survey was conducted by the department to have a better understanding of the aged care workforce and to gather insights to support worker attraction, retention and satisfaction.

28 September 2023 - A report on Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) activities and funding when the Australian Medical Research and Innovation Priorities 2020–2022 were in force.

4 June 2025 - Find the latest information and advice on COVID-19 for aged care providers, aged care workers and people who access residential or home care.

12 June 2025 - Get in touch with Melville Cares if you want to refer someone or yourself to the scheme, or would like to become a volunteer visitor.

18 June 2024 - These frequently asked questions provide information on vaping and quitting, including how vaping affects your physical and mental health. They also contain information on how to quit and support resources.

11 February 2024 - The Stoma Appliance Scheme supports around 50,000 Australians with a stoma or fistula that facilitates the removal of urine and/or products of the gastrointestinal tract from the body. Find out how to access the scheme, how to select your stoma products and how to order.

29 May 2025 - The Australian Government is investing $11.0 million until June 2026 to ensure services are available to PHN-commissioned mental health services. The funding is to support removing barriers faced by Australians from multicultural backgrounds when accessing mental health support.

25 September 2023 - A new Primary Health Research Plan will shape $50 million in funding from the Medical Research Future Fund. An independent Expert Advisory Panel formed the plan. Members tell us how it will support all Australians to be healthy by transforming primary healthcare.