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.
13 Oct 2025
National Standards for Counsellors and Psychotherapists Now Released
The National Standards for Counsellors and Psychotherapists are now available, providing guidance to professionals working across health, disability, education, and community services. These standards support the 2023–24 Budget commitment to strengthen the profession and improve access to safe, high-quality mental health care.
13 Oct 2025
Honouring Australia’s Unpaid Carers: National Carers Week 12–18 October
National Carers Week, held from 12 to 18 October, is an opportunity to recognise, celebrate and raise awareness of the 3 million unpaid carers across Australia. These individuals play a vital role in supporting family members and friends who need help due to disability, chronic illness, mental health conditions, or ageing.
10 Oct 2025
New Deputy Commissioners Appointed to Strengthen Rural Health Leadership
The Australian Government has appointed Professor Linda Deravin and Associate Professor Geoff Argus as National Rural Health Deputy Commissioners, reinforcing the government’s commitment to ensuring rural voices are central to Australia’s health system.
08 Oct 2025
Hearing Services Providers Reminded to Complete 2025 Self-Assessment by 31 October
All hearing service providers are reminded to complete their 2025 Self-Assessment Tool (SAT) by midnight, 31 October 2025 (AEDT). Completing the SAT is a mandatory requirement under clause 16.8 of your Hearing Services Program contract.
