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Hearing Services Program provider notice 2025-2 – Revalidated services changes
From 22 April 2025 Revalidated Service Requests must include supporting evidence, and will expire three months after submission.
Hearing Service Program 2024 public consultation
The Hearing Service Program publicly consulted on draft proposals to simplify and improve program service items and program standards. The results and themes are summarised here.
$7.5 million boost to hearing health research
The Australian Government has provided close to $7.5 million to support research into improving ear and hearing health. The grants fund 9 research projects focusing on the health and wellbeing of those living with hearing impairments and preventing hearing loss.
$6.5 million provided to support children with hearing loss
The Australian Government has provided $6.5 million to The Shepherd Centre, to address gaps in hearing services available to children with hearing loss. The funding will assist children and their families in New South Wales and Tasmania.
Report of the Independent review of the hearing services program
The final report of the Hearing Services Program review is available.
Hearing Services Program Review
An Expert Panel will review the Hearing Services Program so it better meets the needs of vulnerable Australians affected by hearing loss.
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