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29 May 2025 - This guide was endorsed by the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) Health Council in 2018 for voluntary use by governments in their settings. The guide outlines food and drink categories that are not recommended for promotion to children in government settings.

6 November 2024 - We have reviewed our tobacco control legislation to make sure it is fit for purpose and effective. Learn more about our review process.

30 May 2025 - Read the latest news about smoking, vaping and tobacco.

11 November 2024 - This paper is a plain English summary of the detailed consultation paper which guided the public consultation on the draft new Aged Care Act.

6 July 2020 - A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) about how to manage health risks as COVID-19 measures lift.

20 January 2026 - We are looking for recent graduates that are passionate about helping to develop and implement policies and programs that support the health and wellbeing of all Australians, now and in the future.

17 July 2025 - Cancer can be caused by many things, but you can help prevent some cancers by minimising risk factors you can influence. Learn about some of the risk factors for cancer, as well as some of the ways that cancer can be diagnosed.

4 August 2025 - This collection contains the emergency management plans we follow when responding to both domestic and international health emergencies.

3 May 2022 - A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on recommendations for managing COVID-19 health risks.

3 June 2024 - The Researcher Exchange and Development within Industry initiative was an initiative under the Medical Research Future. It funded industry placements, mentoring and exchange programs for researchers.