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6 June 2025 - Learn about the work we are doing to modernise the process of applying to have a product included on the Prescribed List.

20 March 2025 - Accurate, real-time data and system compatibility will help all levels of government manage and monitor aged care services compliance with legislative requirements, direct funding and policy efforts effectively, cut red tape, and improve the quality of aged care.

31 May 2024 - The Rapid Applied Research Translation initiative will provide $230 million over 10 years from 2024–25 to support the translation of evidence (through research) into clinical practice.

17 November 2025 - From 1 November 2025 a new higher everyday living fee (HELF) will replace the current additional service fees and extra service fees. The higher everyday living fee is an optional fee for individuals wishing to receive a higher level of services in permanent or respite residential aged care.

29 October 2025 - If you have an eligible approved residential care home in a rural or remote area, you can apply to be exempt from the 24/7 registered nurse (RN) requirement. This gives you more time to increase your staffing to meet the requirement to have an RN onsite and on duty at all times.

23 June 2025 - The Australian Brain Cancer Mission Expert Advisory Panel (EAP) advised the government on the research priorities for this Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Mission.

16 June 2025 - Medical practices can request a review of their area’s Distribution Priority Area (DPA) classification if exceptional circumstances apply. Find out about the process and what you need to do before requesting a review.

28 January 2025 - People living with severe mental health challenges may need extra support with their day-to-day living. We fund this program to help connect them to community services and strengthen their social, educational and vocational skills.

18 November 2025 - The aged care system is regulated and governed by several organisations with different roles and responsibilities. These oversee and manage aged care to make sure the system is accessible, fair and equitable for everyone.

28 September 2023 - Professor Yvette Roe leads a collaborative partnership that is transforming maternity care to promote the best start in life for First Nations children. The partnership is translating the successful Indigenous Birthing in an Urban Setting study into rural, remote and very remote settings.