11 Nov 2026
Free Webinar to Help GPs Understand New Medicare Online Mental Health Service
Australian GPs are invited to attend a free webinar introducing Medicare Mental Health Check In, an online service offering early support to people experiencing mild mental health challenges.
10 Nov 2026
New Medicare campaign highlights affordable healthcare options across Australia
The Australian Government has launched a national campaign to help people understand how to access healthcare services, including 1800MEDICARE, bulk-billed GP visits and Medicare Urgent Care Clinics.
10 Nov 2026
Webinar to explore the future of Australia’s medical research funding
The Australian Government will host a webinar on 19 November 2026 to share the findings of an evaluation of the Medical Research Future Fund’s (MRFF) Research Missions theme.
03 Nov 2026
New Research Strategy Guides Australia's Future Health Investment
Australia has outlined its next priorities for health and medical research, with a new five-year strategy and updated funding priorities designed to improve health outcomes and support innovation.
03 Nov 2026
Aged Care Reforms Mark First Anniversary as Further Improvements Continue
Australia’s new aged care system has reached its first year, with reforms aimed at giving older people greater choice, clearer rights and better access to care.
04 Nov 2026
Older Australians Get More Payment Options for Aged Care Accommodation
Older Australians waiting for their financial assessment before entering residential aged care now have more flexibility in how they pay for their accommodation.
02 Nov 2026
$98.1 Million in Research Funding to Support Better Health Outcomes
The Australian Government has announced $98.1 million in medical research funding to improve healthcare for people with disability, strengthen health interventions and help turn research findings into better clinical practice.
30 Oct 2026
New Yarning Guide Encourages Disability Conversations in First Nations Communities
New Yarning Guide Encourages Disability Conversations in First
29 Oct 2026
NHMRC and MRFF Seek Nominations for Health Research Advisory Committees
The Australian Government and the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) are inviting nominations from people interested in shaping Australia's health and medical research priorities.
29 Oct 2026
Hearing Services Program Webinar Now Available for Providers
The Australian Government’s Hearing Services Program has released a pre-recorded webinar providing updates on its current activities, upcoming initiatives and important compliance requirements.