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12 November 2025 - A list of our initiatives, programs, campaigns, reforms or reviews related to palliative care.

6 June 2025 - The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) provides free emergency aeromedical evacuations and healthcare services for people living in rural and remote communities. This is often where no other health services are available. We have funded the RFDS since the 1930s.

20 October 2025 - This page provides an overview of accommodation costs for residents in government-subsidised aged care homes. It explains how costs are determined, the different payment options available and changes from 1 November 2025.

6 August 2025 - Find out what we’re doing to improve the health of men and boys in Australia.

18 December 2025 - The Transition Care Program helps older people recover after a hospital stay by providing short-term care for up to 12 weeks. Read about the program, care provided, and why it’s important.

5 February 2026 - The Multicultural Health Advisory Group (Advisory Group) works in partnership with the department to advise on issues across the Health, Disability and Ageing portfolio to improve health and wellbeing outcomes for multicultural people and communities.

24 June 2025 - Learn how this program helps organisations trial new ways of providing primary care in rural and remote communities.

3 February 2026 - These resources can help aged care providers understand what has changed and how to put the new Act into practice.

28 May 2025 - A list of resources – including apps, audio and video resources and other publications – about aged care.

22 September 2024 - As a DSOA service coordinator, you must meet all the requirements of your grant agreement. This includes conducting annual reviews of each client’s services, supporting clients’ changing needs, and managing emergency situations.