Corporate resources
Laying the groundwork for mental health and suicide prevention system reform – Budget 2023–24
This Budget 2023–24 fact sheet outlines reforms to the mental health and suicide prevention system. The Australian Government will address workforce shortages and urgent gaps, and extend critical services. This will lay the groundwork for future reform.
Overview – Budget 2023–24
An overview of the 2023–24 Budget. This overview includes measures for Medicare, First Nations health, mental health, health prevention and protection, smoking and vaping, and the aged care workforce.
Building a stronger Medicare – Budget 2023–24
This Budget 2023–24 fact sheet outlines significant reforms to Medicare, delivering critical funding to meet the urgent healthcare needs of today. It responds to the recommendations of the Strengthening Medicare Taskforce and takes key steps to address challenges in our healthcare system.
Certification Statement – Hearing Health Awareness and Prevention campaign
This certification statement, signed by Secretary Brendan Murphy on 2 May 2023, certifies that the Hearing Health Awareness and Prevention campaign complies with relevant guidelines and policies.
Budget 2023–24: National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
The Australian Government is delivering on its commitment to getting the NDIS back on track and rebuilding trust with participants, their families and carers.
Certification Statement – Health Star Rating (Phase six) Campaign
This certification statement, signed by Secretary Brendan Murphy on 26 April 2023, certifies that the Health Star Rating Campaign (Phase six) complies with the Australian Government Guidelines on Information and Advertising Campaigns by non-corporate Commonwealth entities (Guidelines).
Reportable gifts received – March 2023
This report is of gifts given to officers of the Department of Health that are valued over $100, as at 31 March 2023.
Multicultural Health Advisory Group – Terms of reference
The Multicultural Health Advisory Group is responsible for engagement with multicultural stakeholder groups on issues including, but not limited to, mental health, primary care, disability and aged care.
International engagement objectives fact sheet
We engage internationally to help protect the health of Australians, ensure our health system continues to be best practice, promote international standards and contribute to Australia's policy goals.
Determination 2023
A Determination under section 24(1) of the Public Service Act 1999 was made by the Secretary.
Reportable gifts received – December 2022
This report is of gifts given to officers of the Department of Health that are valued over $100, as at 31 December 2022.
Australian Public Service employee census 2022 – Highlights report
The Australian Public Service (APS) employee census is conducted annually and collects information on attitudes and opinions of APS employees. This highlights report presents results for the Department of Health and Aged Care.
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Graduate testimonials
See some of our graduates discussing their experience in our graduate program, including starting at the department and the recruitment process.
Department of Health Annual Report 2021–22
This report describes our work to deliver the government's long term national health plan in the financial year ending 30 June 2022. It includes information about our reforms, operations, budget, governance and performance.
Budget October 2022–23: Stakeholder pack
A complete set of Budget documents for Health's stakeholders or members of the public.
Budget October 2022–23: Portfolio Budget Statements
Portfolio Budget Statements from the 2022–23 October Budget.
Budget October 2022–23: Budget Overview
A Budget October 2022–23 fact sheet.
Budget October 2022–23: Funding Australia's Green and Gold decade
A Budget October 2022–23 fact sheet.
Budget October 2022–23: Rebuilding our health and aged care workforce
A Budget October 2022–23 fact sheet.
Budget October 2022–23: Cheaper Medicines
A Budget October 2022–23 fact sheet.
Budget October 2022–23: Strengthening Medicare and rebuilding primary health care
A Budget October 2022–23 fact sheet.
Budget October 2022–23: Restoring dignity to aged care
A Budget October 2022–23 fact sheet.
Budget October 2022–23: Strengthening First Nations Health
A Budget October 2022–23 fact sheet.
Reportable gifts received – September 2022
This report is of gifts given to officers of the Department of Health that are valued over $100, as at 3 September 2022.
Corporate Plan 2022–23
Our Corporate Plan outlines how we will deliver the health system for all Australians throughout 2022–23.
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