Consultation Hub

We asked for feedback on our draft Therapeutic Goods Order 106 – Standard for Serialisation and Data Matrix Codes (TGO 106) because we want to make sure the standard is fit for purpose and provides clarity for early adopters of medicine serialisation and data matrix codes on medicines supplied in Australia.

We received 43 submissions in response to the consultation. Respondents provided a range of suggestions to improve the new Order and associated guidance, with many supporting the implementation of a standard to provide consistent regulatory requirements which align with international standards. We appreciate all the feedback we received.

We are currently reviewing all the submissions we received and will make changes to the draft Order and guidance in consideration of this feedback.

We plan to implement the updated standard before the end of the year. It is planned that the standard will have a delayed commencement period to allow sufficient time for medicine manufacturers and sponsors to comply with the standard.

For views and input across all sectors of the Australian community about a Lung Cancer Screening enquiry to investigate the feasibility of a national lung cancer screening program for people at high risk of lung cancer.

That many factors should be considered across many sectors of the Australian community and the health system.  Public consultation submissions and input from stakeholders were detailed. Thank you for this feedback.

We considered all feedback and engaged a consultant to analyse and summarise consultation outcomes for consideration by the Minister for Health. The Lung Cancer Screening enquiry report will be submitted to the Minister for Health in October 2020.

Between November 2019 and February 2020, the national obesity strategy Working Group asked for feedback on a proposed framework and ideas to be included in a national obesity strategy.

Across the country, 604 Australians engaged in community events. In addition, 1,038 short-form and 342 long-form surveys were completed, and 35 stand-alone submissions were received. Some further targeted consultation was also progressed with three priority groups (people with disability, young people, older people).

Respondents proposed a range of ideas and suggestions for what could be included in a national obesity strategy, with most highly supportive of a comprehensive strategy. The feedback received is appreciated.

Consultants have reviewed and analysed all the feedback received in the national public consultation and prepared consultation reports, which have been considered by the national obesity strategy Working Group.  Work has also continued on further refining the strategy.