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23 March 2026 - This manual is for Assessment Organisations. It guides assessors on using good practices in the assessment of older people’s support needs and their eligibility for Australian Government–subsidised aged care services.

31 October 2025 - Find current and previous daily rates of subsidies and supplements for government-funded aged care.

1 June 2021 - Monday 31 May is the World Health Organization’s 34th World No Tobacco Day. This day raises awareness about the dangers of tobacco use and exposure. It highlights national and global efforts to fight the tobacco epidemic and protect future generations from its harmful effects.

27 November 2025 - Read progress on recommendation 8.14 of the Disability Royal Commission.

1 January 2026 - MyMedicare is a new way to formalise relationships between patients and their healthcare providers. Seeing your GP regularly and formalising your relationship with them through MyMedicare can lead to better health outcomes.

12 December 2024 - Silvia is an aged care volunteer through the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme. She opens up about the genuine connection she’s formed with 98-year-old Michael.

16 September 2024 - Find out what’s involved when having your hearing assessed, including how to prepare before your appointment and making a decision about your hearing.

6 June 2025 - Two grant opportunities are now open for the Commonwealth Home Support Programme to address service gaps, ensuring services are available when and where they are needed most.

6 June 2025 - Find resources to help you engage with patients and improve your understanding of the national screening program.

4 June 2025 - We support digital solutions that will improve the data and digital maturity of the aged care sector. They will reduce administrative tasks, enable secure information sharing, and provide immediate access to a person’s needs and history, ensuring higher-quality aged care services.