01 Oct 2025
Advancing medical research through international partnerships
International collaboration allows Australia’s health and medical researchers to work with global counterparts to tackle shared health challenges.
01 Oct 2025
National registration scheme for aged care personal care workers: summary report released
A summary report is now available following a public consultation on a national registration scheme for personal care workers in aged care.
02 Oct 2025
NDIS Evidence Advisory Committee seeks community feedback
The NDIS Evidence Advisory Committee is reviewing a range of supports to ensure they are safe, effective, and provide value for people with disability. They are asking for input from the disability community to help inform their advice to government.
02 Oct 2025
Inaugural Thriving Kids Advisory Group meeting held in Melbourne
The Thriving Kids Advisory Group held its first meeting on 30 September 2025 in Melbourne, co-chaired by the Hon Mark Butler MP and Professor Frank Oberklaid AM from the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute.
26 Sep 2025
$61 million to support clinical trials, focusing on rare cancers, rare diseases, and unmet health needs
Apply now for the latest funding opportunity through the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
25 Sep 2025
Promoting excellence and quality in aged care services
From 1 November 2025, the Aged Care Act will introduce stronger Quality Standards.
25 Sep 2025
Updates to how staffing is rated in aged care Star Ratings
Star Ratings make it easier for older adults and their carers to compare and choose aged care facilities.
24 Sep 2025
Newly Updated Support at Home Manual
In-home aged care providers can now access the fourth edition of the Support at Home Program manual to help them get ready for 1 November.
23 Sep 2025
A skilled and trusted aged care workforce
Starting 1 November 2025, the Aged Care Act will prioritise older Australians, introducing stronger laws to ensure workers deliver safe, high-quality, and rights-based care.
22 Sep 2025
Rural Generalist Medicine Recognised: A Health Win for Rural and Remote Communities
Rural Generalist Medicine has been formally recognised as a specialised field within General Practice, marking a major milestone for rural healthcare and the culmination of over a decade of work by rural health leaders.
