23 Oct 2025
Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) Provider Readiness Checklist
From 1 November 2025, the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) will operate under the new Aged Care Act 2024.
22 Oct 2025
Have Your Say on the Next Indigenous Health Research Fund Grant
The Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) is seeking input on the upcoming grant opportunity under the Indigenous Health Research Fund, which invests $160 million in Indigenous-led research addressing health priorities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
17 Oct 2025
National Consistent Payments (NCP) Updates – Semester 1, 2026
The Australian General Practice Training (AGPT) program has released updates to the National Consistent Payments (NCP) framework for Semester 1, 2026, providing clarity on payment rates, training term sub-types, and new incentive programs.
17 Oct 2025
National Consistent Payments (NCP) Updates – Semester 2, 2025
The Australian General Practice Training (AGPT) program has released updates to the National Consistent Payments (NCP) framework for Semester 2, 2025, aimed at providing greater clarity for registrars on training terms and support payments.
17 Oct 2025
eNRMC Electronic Prescribing: Grace Period and Implementation Phase Extended
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has extended the grace period for non-conformant electronic National Residential Medication Chart (eNRMC) vendors from 21 October 2025 to 1 December 2025.
16 Oct 2025
Letters to Home Care Recipients: Preparing for the Support at Home Program
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has begun sending letters to current Home Care Package (HCP) recipients and older people approved for a package to help them prepare for the upcoming Support at Home program, commencing 1 November 2025.
16 Oct 2025
Join the Australian Medical Research Advisory Board
Expressions of Interest are now open for the Australian Medical Research Advisory Board (AMRAB) — a unique opportunity for leading researchers, clinicians, and professionals to help shape the future of medical research in Australia.
14 Oct 2025
Office of the National Rural Health Commissioner Releases 2024–25 Annual Report
The Office of the National Rural Health Commissioner has released its 2024–25 Annual Report, covering activities from 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025. The report highlights key initiatives and priorities aimed at improving health outcomes for rural and remote communities.
13 Oct 2025
Professor Kathryn North Appointed Chair of Australian Medical Research Advisory Board
The Australian Government has announced the appointment of Professor Kathryn North AC as the new Chair of the Australian Medical Research Advisory Board (AMRAB), the independent panel that sets strategy and priorities for the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF)
13 Oct 2025
New Roadmaps Released to Prepare for the Aged Care Act Starting 1 November
New roadmaps are now available to help the aged care sector get ready for the new Aged Care Act, which comes into effect on 1 November 2025. Separate roadmaps have been created for aged care providers and for older people, their families, and carers.
