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New Healthcare Standards

The revised national healthcare standards came into effect recently. Explore the guidelines to understand the changes and how they impact patient care.

Preventative Health Checks

Discover what free health screenings are available to you. Read our comprehensive guides on maintaining your health at every stage of life.

Vaccines and Immunisation

Find out which vaccinations are recommended for your age group and which are fully funded. Access the latest seasonal vaccine schedules and book an appointment.

Annual Health Funding

Review budget allocations and strategic priorities for the upcoming year. Download reports on infrastructure, primary care, and community wellbeing.

Annual report

Read our annual report for 2025.

Budget Surplus
$12M
Saved operational costs
Project Completion
94%
Annual milestones achieved
Backlog Cases
42
Reduction in pending permits

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Help shape health care by participating in our open public consultations.

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National health policy consultation

Have your say on the new National Health Policy to improve preventive, person-centred and equitable care for all Australians. Feedback will help shape final priorities.

Consultation

Aged care vaccination policy

Have your say on a new Aged Care Vaccination Policy to protect older people in care. Share your views to help shape safe, timely access to recommended vaccines.

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