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3 November 2024 - The Distribution Priority Area (DPA) classification identifies locations in Australia with a shortage of general practitioner (GP) services. International Medical Graduates (IMGs) must work in a DPA to be eligible to access Medicare.

27 October 2025 - Service level Star Ratings data as at October2025.

12 November 2025 - The Better Access initiative gives Medicare benefits to help people access mental health professionals and care, regardless of where they live. Find out how the initiative works, who is eligible and how you can access supports.

12 August 2022 - Australians are being encouraged practise good health behaviours to help slow the spread of COVID-19, as we experience a surge of COVID-19 infections.

27 November 2025 - Read progress on recommendation 6.37 of the Disability Royal Commission.

18 July 2025 - These quarterly reports provide an update on the operation of the Home Care Packages Program. They include statistics on assessment, approvals, services, people waiting for services, wait times and maximum exit amounts.

11 December 2025 - We are putting practical measures in place to meet the health care needs of today, address challenges in our healthcare system, and build a stronger Medicare for future generations.

27 October 2025 - A collection of resources for health professionals, including aged care providers, pathology providers and health care managers, about coronavirus (COVID-19).

19 December 2025 - Use this form to make a general enquiry, a complaint, or provide feedback about our website.

4 August 2025 - A collection of communication materials on Booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisations.