04 Jun 2026
Government Seeks Public Feedback on Major NDIS Reforms
The Australian Government is preparing to consult with the community on a series of reforms aimed at strengthening the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and ensuring its long-term sustainability.
03 Jun 2026
Government Review Finds Governance and Funding Challenges in cohealth GP Services
The Australian and Victorian Governments have completed an independent review into cohealth’s general practice and related services following earlier plans to close clinics in Collingwood, Fitzroy and Kensington.
02 Jun 2026
New National Service ‘1800MEDICARE’ Promotes 24/7 Free Health Advice
The Australian Government has launched a national campaign to increase awareness of 1800MEDICARE, a free 24/7 service designed to provide health advice for non-emergency medical concerns.
01 Jun 2026
New Bulk Billing Clinics Planned for Hunter and Central Coast Under Medicare Expansion
The Australian Government has announced a $25.3 million investment over three years to establish up to six new fully bulk billed GP clinics across the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Lower Hunter and Central Coast regions.
01 Jun 2026
New Hearing Services Contracts Finalised Ahead of July 2026 Start
The consultation period on the draft Hearing Services Program Service Provider contract has now closed, with feedback received from a range of stakeholders, including both small and large providers as well as industry representatives.
01 Jun 2026
New online Medicare Mental Health Check In expands with self-guided option
Australians can now access expanded early mental health support through the Medicare Mental Health Check In service, which has introduced a new self-guided option alongside its existing guided support.
26 May 2026
New National Campaign Encourages Parents to Keep Childhood Vaccinations Up to Date
A new national campaign in Australia is encouraging parents and carers to ensure children stay up to date with their routine immunisations.
26 May 2026
$18.83 Million Funding Boost for Mental Health Research in Australia
Australia is investing $18.83 million into new research aimed at improving mental health care and preventing mental illness.
25 May 2026
New National Campaign Aims to Raise Awareness of Perimenopause and Menopause
A new national awareness campaign has been launched in Australia to help people better understand perimenopause and menopause and access reliable information and support.
22 May 2026
New Changes Coming to PBS Wholesale Fees for Pharmacies
New Changes Coming to PBS Wholesale Fees for Pharmacies