30 Jul 2026
MRFF Announces $8.4 Million Boost for Brain Cancer Research
The Australian Government has opened a new $8.4 million Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant opportunity to support research aimed at improving the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of brain cancer.
27 Jul 2026
Aged Care Providers Invited to Support National Capacity Review
The Australian Government is asking residential aged care providers to participate in a nationwide survey that will create a more accurate picture of aged care accommodation across Australia. The information will help guide future planning as demand for residential aged care continues to grow.
27 Jul 2026
DonateLife Week Highlights the Importance of Organ Donor Registration
As DonateLife Week (27 July–2 August) begins, Australians are being encouraged to register as organ and tissue donors and discuss their decision with their families. While public support for donation remains high, only around one in three Australians has officially joined the Australian Organ Donor Register.
27 Jul 2026
Government Reports Early Progress on Support for Unpaid Carers
The Australian Government has shared the first update on its National Carer Strategy 2024–2034, outlining the steps taken during the strategy's first year to better support unpaid carers across the country.
23 Jul 2026
Updated Aged Care Act Training Released to Support Rights-Based Care
A new update has been released for Module 3 of the Aged Care Act eLearning series, giving aged care providers and workers more practical guidance on delivering rights-based care under Australia's new Aged Care Act.
22 Jul 2026
Hearing Service Providers Urged to Review Record Keeping Before Claim Audits
The Australian Government is reminding Hearing Services Program providers to check their record management practices, warning that incomplete or missing claim forms could lead to repayment of program funds. The notice also encourages providers to review their software systems to ensure important records remain available if files are transferred or practice systems change.
17 Jul 2026
Public Invited to Help Shape Australia's Medical Research Funding
Australians are being encouraged to have their say on the future of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF), with public consultation now open on its draft strategy and funding priorities. The feedback will help guide how billions of dollars are invested in health and medical research over the coming years.
15 Jul 2026
Deadline extended for Aged Care Quality and Safety Advisory Council applications
The Australian Government has extended the application deadline for people interested in joining the Aged Care Quality and Safety Advisory Council. Expressions of interest will now close on Sunday, 19 July 2026, at 11:30 pm AEST.
14 Jul 2026
Australia prepares for nationwide AusAlert emergency notification test
Australia is introducing a new emergency notification system called AusAlert, with a nationwide test scheduled for Monday, 27 July 2026, ahead of its official launch later this year.
14 Jul 2026
Round 3 Support at Home Grants Open for Aged Care Providers
Aged care providers can now apply for Round 3 of the Support at Home Thin Markets Grants, with more than $311 million available during the 2026–27 financial year.