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17 March 2025 - The HCEF is an intergovernmental forum for joint decision-making and strategic policy discussions that helps to efficiently deliver health services in Australia. It is made up of the health department chief executive officer from each state and territory and the Australian Government.

24 April 2025 - Find information and resources on how to engage patients with disability in cervical screening.

25 March 2025 - Financial assistance, health services and mental health support is available for communities impacted by natural disasters, such as bushfires, flooding and storms. Find out where you can get help.

21 February 2025 - A baby’s early care can affect wellbeing throughout life. Find out what we’re doing to ensure health testing, vaccination and care for newborns, and support for new parents.

16 July 2022 - See the below statement, released following the conclusion of National Cabinet on Saturday 16 July 2022.

1 June 2023 - The Dementia Training Program offers a national approach to accredited education, upskilling, and professional development in dementia care.

6 June 2023 - Read the latest news on emergency health management.

3 June 2022 - Dr Lucas De Toca, COVID-19 Primary Care Response First Assistant Secretary, talks about Monkeypox.

18 February 2025 - This webinar gave in-home aged care providers an update on the Single Assessment System, the Support at Home program’s Assistive Technology and Home Modifications (AT-HM) Scheme, and the actions providers need to take to be ready for the Support at Home program ahead of 1 July 2025.

13 December 2021 - Around 1 in 4 Australians lives in a rural or regional area. We work to distribute the health workforce according to community need and encourage health professionals to train and practise in rural and remote areas.