Resources

The National Rural Health Commissioner with the Council of Presidents of Medical Colleges developed this evidence-based guideline for specialist medical colleges to consider during specialist training selection processes.

This diagram outlines the 4 project phases of the Independent Review of Complexity in the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme. Phase 1 commenced in May 2024 with phase 4 to conclude in June 2025. A final Review report is due to Health Ministers in July 2025.

This Consultation Paper presents a granular exploration of the purpose, nature, and features of a suite of potential reforms, with tangible actions that could be taken to progress those proposed.

Consultation Paper 2 follows an open public submissions process and wide-reaching consultation conducted during September – November 2024.

This update provides information on the progress of Consultation Paper 2 and upcoming engagements with stakeholders.

The Statement of Intent outlines the National Rural Health Commissioner’s priorities and approach to achieving the obligations referred to in the Assistant Minister’s Statement of Expectations.

The Review Team has appreciated the input and feedback on Consultation Paper 1, received in written submissions and through the policy design forums that have been held nationwide.

This statement sets out the Australian Government’s expectations for the National Rural Health Commissioner for 2 September 2024 to 30 June 2026.

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This Consultation Paper presents evidence collected to date. It identifies the themes that have emerged, the associated issues and challenges, and the potential reform directions.

Sue Dawson outlines next steps in the review process and seeks stakeholder advice on how their jurisdiction would prefer to participate and connect throughout the review.

These terms of reference outline the scope of the independent review into the complexity of the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme.

These presentation slides are for the Innovative Models of Care (IMOC) Round 5 webinar on 15 November 2023.

The annual report covers the commissioner’s activities from 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023.

This statement defines and describes Rural and Remote Multidisciplinary Health Teams. It is a key reference document for governments, policy makers and fund holders, workforce planners, training, service and peak organisations, health professionals and workers, and communities.

This statement outlines the National Rural Health Commissioner's priorities and approach to achieving the goals and obligations referred to in the minister's statement of expectations.

This statement sets out the Australian Government’s expectations for the National Rural Health Commissioner during the stated time period.

This framework describes the unique context of practice and core capabilities for rural and remote Registered Nurses (RNs) in Australia.

This statement sets out the Australian Government’s expectations for the National Rural Health Commissioner during the stated time period.

This annual report covers the commissioner’s activities from 1 July 2021 to 31 June 2022.

This report was prepared from an analysis of submissions made to the 2022 public consultation process for the draft National Rural and Remote Nursing Generalist Framework. The framework will set out the unique context of practice and core capabilities for rural and remote area nursing practice.