28 Aug 2026
$40 million funding boost for nurse, midwife and allied health research
Nurses, midwives and allied health professionals can apply for a new Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant aimed at supporting research that can improve healthcare delivery and clinical practice.
27 Aug 2026
New payment model planned for residential aged care
Residential aged care funding will move to a service-based payment model from 1 July 2027, with providers gradually moving away from receiving most of their funding upfront.
26 Aug 2026
Funding Opens to Help Aged Care Providers With Higher Leave Costs
A new grant is available to help eligible aged care providers manage increased leave costs linked to the Fair Work Commission’s 1 August 2026 wage increase for eligible aged care nurses.
26 Aug 2026
New Priorities Set for National Rural Health Commissioner
The Australian Government has released a new Statement of Expectations outlining the priorities for the National Rural Health Commissioner from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2028.
20 Aug 2026
NDIS reform legislation clears Parliament
The Australian Parliament has approved new legislation aimed at reshaping how the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) operates and supporting its long-term future.
21 Aug 2026
CHSP funding extended for another two years
The Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) will continue for another two years, with grant funding now extended until 30 June 2029. The extension will allow older Australians to keep accessing entry-level support to live safely and independently at home.
19 Aug 2026
Government seeks feedback on proposed NDIS planning changes
The Australian Government is seeking feedback on proposed new rules for NDIS planning, designed to make the system clearer, fairer and easier for participants to use.
13 Aug 2026
$150 Million MRFF Mission Opens Consultation on Health Inequities
The Australian Government is seeking feedback on a new Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) mission that aims to address health inequalities affecting some population groups across Australia.
13 Aug 2026
Priority Aged Care Support Expanded for Older Australians with MND
Older Australians living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) can now receive priority access to ongoing aged care support and immediate priority for assistive technology and home modification funding, provided their MND diagnosis is recorded during their aged care assessment.
12 Aug 2026
NDIS Seeks Feedback on the Future of Supported Independent Living
The Australian Government is asking the disability community for feedback on how Supported Independent Living (SIL) can provide safe, high-quality and sustainable support for NDIS participants.