15 Oct 2026
Better Palliative Care Could Help Ease Pressure on Australian Hospitals
Palliative Care Australia (PCA) is urging governments to improve access to palliative care as part of efforts to reduce hospital overcrowding and free up beds for patients who need them.
25 Oct 2026
PCA Appoints Four New Board Members to Strengthen Palliative Care
Palliative Care Australia (PCA) has appointed four new directors to its Board, bringing experience in healthcare, finance, pharmacy and leadership. The appointments aim to support the organisation’s work to improve access to quality palliative care across Australia.
27 Oct 2026
Aged Care Review Urged to Address Delays in Palliative Support
People with life-limiting illnesses may be waiting months for aged care support, even as their health declines and their care needs grow.
23 Sep 2026
Access to medicines remains a challenge
A national project is using feedback from residential aged care nurses to develop practical training on the safe and appropriate use of palliative care medicines.
24 Sep 2026
New research highlights gaps in dementia awareness
Many Australians may not feel confident talking about dementia, with new research pointing to limited public knowledge about the condition.
07 Sep 2026
Proposed changes to NDIS planning and supports
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (DHDA) is seeking feedback on proposed changes to NDIS planning and supports.
15 Jul 2026
Senate Pushes for More Flexible End-of-Life Care at Home
Older Australians approaching the end of life could receive more flexible support at home if a new Senate recommendation is adopted.
13 Jul 2026
Palliative Care Australia Calls for Board Director Nominations
Palliative Care Australia (PCA) is inviting eligible members to nominate for three elected positions on its Board of Directors. The successful candidates will be elected at the organisation's Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will be held online via Microsoft Teams on Thursday, 22 October 2026, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm AEDT.
09 Jul 2026
Dr Chris Hatherly Takes the Helm at Palliative Care Australia
Palliative Care Australia (PCA) has welcomed Dr Chris Hatherly as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing more than two decades of leadership experience in health, research, ageing and public policy to the national organisation.
08 Jul 2026
Government Backs Permanent First Nations Aged Care Commissioner to Improve Culturally Safe Care
The Australian Government has announced plans to create a permanent Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Aged Care Commissioner, marking another step in improving aged care services for First Nations communities.