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.
11 Aug 2026
NDIS publishes feedback on proposed new planning system
The Australian Government has released a report outlining what people shared during the public consultation on proposed new NDIS framework planning rules held from January to March 2026.
11 Aug 2026
New campaign promotes free Medicare mental health support
A new Australian Government campaign is raising awareness of Medicare Mental Health Check In, a free online service for people aged 16 and over who are experiencing common mental health concerns such as stress, anxiety, low mood or feeling overwhelmed.
06 Aug 2026
New Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner Begins National Reform Work
The Australian Government has welcomed Jodi Cassar PSM as the new Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner, with work now underway to strengthen culturally safe aged care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.