10 Oct 2023

New supports for paediatric palliative care in schools

Updated teaching resources are now available to help primary and secondary schools better support children and families living with life limiting illness.

20 Sep 2023

Palliative care conference inspires action during key time of reform

Close to 1400 delegates who took part in the Oceanic Palliative Care Conference are back in their communities inspired and energised by a busy three days of learning, connection, and fun!

18 Sep 2023

Palliative care awards celebrate and acknowledge a strong community of professionals and volunteers

The 2023 National Palliative Care Awards have been the focal point of a terrific celebration highlighting significant contributions by palliative care professionals and volunteers.

08 Sep 2023

Acclaimed end of life doco now available in new formats

The Live the life you please feature film has had an extraordinary impact on Australia’s understanding of palliative care, and is now being rolled out in new formats to increase its reach and influence

15 Aug 2023

Dementia and palliative care – meeting the need in Australia’s future

Palliative Care Australia and Dementia Australia have framed nine recommendations to deliver better quality of life to people, families, and carers traveling life’s journey with dementia.

18 Aug 2023

Scholarships support diverse voices at peak palliative care conference

Close to 80 scholarships have been awarded allowing a diverse range of health professionals and volunteers to attend the southern hemisphere’s peak palliative care conference.

23 Aug 2023

New ‘Matters of Life and Death’ materials to raise awareness

Palliative Care Australia has launched a series of videos and communication materials aimed at raising awareness of the work the sector does and stimulating end-of-life conversations and planning.