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  • Weekly Bed Vacancy Data Request - 13 June 2025

    Please complete the data survey by close of business today. Please do not use any other to provide your data, as this impacts consolidation and analysis. This information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by close of business Monday 16 June 2025. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. More
    Opened today

  • 2025 Influenza Vaccination Reporting for Aged Care Service Staff and Residents

    Reporting of residential aged care residents and aged care staff influenza vaccinations in 2025 As required under the Aged Care Act 1997, Accountability Principles, each aged care service must report the number of residential aged care residents and aged care staff who received an influenza vaccination in 2025. This important information will support future vaccination activities in 2025 and ensures adequate steps have been taken to protect residents and staff... More
    Opened today

  • Include COVID-19 Chapter in the Australian Immunisation Handbook

    The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) is consulting with stakeholders to include the COVID-19 chapter in the Australian Immunisation Handbook, with an intention to submit the revised chapter to the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) for its approval under section 14A of the National Health and Medical Research Council Act 1992. Submission instructions This public consultation will be open for a period of 30 days. You are invited... More
    Opened 11 June 2025

  • Weekly Bed Vacancy Data Request - 6 June 2025

    Please complete the data survey by close of business today. Please do not use any other to provide your data, as this impacts consolidation and analysis. This information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by end of day, Tuesday 10 June 2025 (due to a public holiday on the Monday). It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. More
    Closed 10 June 2025

  • Weekly Bed Vacancy Data Request - 30 May 2025

    Please complete the data survey by close of business today. Please do not use any other to provide your data, as this impacts consolidation and analysis. This information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by end of day, Monday 2 June 2025. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. More
    Closed 2 June 2025

  • Weekly Bed Vacancy Data Request - 23 May 2025

    Please complete the data survey by close of business today. Please do not use any other to provide your data, as this impacts consolidation and analysis. This information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by end of day, Monday 26 May 2025. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. More
    Closed 26 May 2025

  • Weekly Bed Vacancy Data Request - 19 May 2025

    Please complete the data survey by close of business today. Please do not use any other to provide your data, as this impacts consolidation and analysis. This information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by end of day, Tuesday 20 May 2025. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. More
    Closed 20 May 2025

  • Consultation on the commercial release of a genetically modified (GM) mosquito strain (DIR 207)

    The Gene Technology Regulator has received a licence application (DIR 207) from Oxitec Australia Pty Ltd for a commercial release of a genetically modified (GM) mosquito strain to help prevent dengue outbreaks. Comments are now being sought on the consultation version of the Risk Assessment and Risk Management Plan (RARMP) that has been prepared by the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR). Note: No personally identifying information will be released as part of your... More
    Opened 14 May 2025

  • Aged Care Rules consultation – Release 4b - remaining draft Rules for Chapter 2, 3, 4, 5, 7 and 8

    Written submissions The following submissions were received during the consultation. Consent to publish these submissions has been provided. The views and recommendations expressed in these submissions are those of the authors and are not the views or recommendations of the Australian Government. The Government accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of any material contained in these submissions. Please note submissions may have been redacted to... More
    Closed 13 May 2025

  • DIR-215 Limited and controlled release of canola genetically modified for dairy protein production

    The Gene Technology Regulator has received a licence application (DIR 215) from Miruku Australia Pty Ltd for a field trial of genetically modified (GM) canola. Comments are now being sought on the consultation version of the Risk Assessment and Risk Management Plan (RARMP) that has been prepared by the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR). The draft RARMP and other relevant documents can be viewed in the related attachments below. Note: No... More
    Closed 13 May 2025

  • National Health and Medical Research Strategy - Webinar 2 Survey

    The National Health and Medical Research Strategy (National Strategy) will build on Australia’s strengths in health and medical research and world-leading research capability. It will aim to attract researchers and investors and improve health results in communities. Ms Rosemary Huxtable AO PSM, Chair of the National Strategy, held the second National Strategy online webinar (Webinar 2) on 7 April 2025. It provided an update on work to date to develop the National... More
    Closed 12 May 2025

  • Weekly Bed Vacancy Data Request - 9 May 2025

    Please complete the data survey by close of business today. Please do not use any other to provide your data, as this impacts consolidation and analysis. This information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by end of day, Monday 12 May 2025. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. More
    Closed 12 May 2025

  • Responsible Person survey for 24-month review of the Minimum Stockholding Requirements

    Purpose of Survey: The Australian Department of Health and Aged Care (the department) is conducting a 24-month review of the outcomes and impacts of the Minimum Stockholding Requirements (MSR) policy that commenced on 1 July 2023 under Division 3CAA under the National Health Act 1953. We are seeking your input to the review through this online survey. This is the second survey of RPs on the MSR. The first survey, conducted in 2024 for the 12-month review,... More
    Closed 9 May 2025

  • Survey for the 24-month review of the Minimum Stockholding Requirements

    Minimum Stockholding Requirements From 1 July 2023 minimum stockholding requirements (MSR) have applied to certain medicines listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) referred to as Designated Brands. The MSR is designed to help protect Australian patients, pharmacists, and prescribers from the impact of global medicines shortages. While these measures will not prevent shortages that are outside of the control of Australian companies, they will help to ensure that... More
    Closed 9 May 2025

  • DIR-213 Clinical trial of a genetically modified human adenovirus for treatment of melanoma

    The Gene Technology Regulator has received a licence application (DIR 213) from Novotech (Australia) Pty Ltd for a clinical trial of a genetically modified (GM) adenovirus as a treatment for melanoma. Comments are now being sought on the consultation version of the Risk Assessment and Risk Management Plan (RARMP) that has been prepared by the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR). The draft RARMP and other relevant documents can be viewed in the related... More
    Closed 6 May 2025

  • Agfest 2025

    AGFEST 2025 Local Network Engagement More
    Closed 5 May 2025

  • Weekly Bed Vacancy Data Request - 2 May 2025

    Please complete the data survey by close of business today. Please do not use any other to provide your data, as this impacts consolidation and analysis. This information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by end of day, Monday 5 May 2025. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. More
    Closed 5 May 2025

  • Weekly Bed Vacancy Data Request - 24 April 2025

    Please complete the data survey by close of business today. Please do not use any other to provide your data, as this impacts consolidation and analysis. This information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by end of day, Monday 28 April 2025. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. More
    Closed 28 April 2025

  • DIR-214 Trial of a genetically modified (GM) vaccine for the prevention of respiratory disease in horses

    The University of Queensland is seeking approval to trial a GM Adenovirus-based vaccine against R.equi induced respiratory disease (Rattles) in foals. Comments are now being sought on the consultation version of the Risk Assessment and Risk Management Plan (RARMP) that has been prepared by the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR). The draft RARMP and other relevant documents can be viewed in the related attachments below. Note: No personally... More
    Closed 28 April 2025

  • Request for Revalidated Services

    This form is to be completed if you wish to complete a request for a Revalidated Service for a client with the Australian Government Hearing Services Program. Supporting Evidence is now required for every Revalidated Service Request. Please have supporting documents ready to submit with your request. Please click the link below to begin your request. More
    Opened 22 April 2025

  • Public Consultation on an Emerging Mental Health Curriculum Framework for Undergraduate Health Degrees

    There is a persistent and ongoing mental health workforce shortage across Australia. Upskilling the broader health workforce to identify, respond, refer, and support the mental health of people under their care is a priority. There is little consistency in existing mental health training across undergraduate health degrees, leading to a varying minimum standard of education and level of preparedness among graduating students. Developing a mental health curriculum framework will help... More
    Closed 18 April 2025

  • Draft Quality Standards for Human Research Ethics Committees and their Host Institutions

    In Australia, any research posing more than a low risk to participants must be reviewed and approved by a Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC). HRECs promote the ethical conduct of human research by advising on the protection of, and respect for, research participants, as well as its scientific value. Australian HRECs are usually affiliated with an institution or governing body, which establishes and maintains an HREC as part of its responsibility for research. Health... More
    Closed 17 April 2025

  • DIR 212 Invitation to comment on a field trial of genetically modified canola

    The Gene Technology Regulator has received a licence application (DIR 212) from The University of Adelaide for a field trial of genetically modified (GM) canola. Comments are now being sought on the consultation version of the Risk Assessment and Risk Management Plan (RARMP) that has been prepared by the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR). The draft RARMP and other relevant documents can be viewed in the related attachments below. Note:... More
    Closed 17 April 2025

  • CLOSED: Have your say on the design of a national registration scheme for personal care workers in aged care

    The Australian Government is seeking views on the design of a national registration scheme to support personal care workers employed in aged care, including new training and skills requirements. The scheme will support the growth of a strengthened aged care workforce, where personal care workers are better valued for the important role they perform, and with greater professional development opportunities and improved conditions. It will also play an important role in... More
    Closed 17 April 2025

  • Weekly Bed Vacancy Data Request - 11 April 2025

    Please complete the data survey by close of business today. Please do not use any other to provide your data, as this impacts consolidation and analysis. This information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by end of day, Monday 14 April 2025. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. More
    Closed 14 April 2025

  • Expression of Interest: National Suicide Prevention Office Lived Experience Partnership Group

    About the National Suicide Prevention Office The National Suicide Prevention Office (NSPO) was established in January 2022 as a specialist office located within the National Mental Health Commission. The NSPO is tasked with leading a coordinated, whole-of-governments approach to suicide prevention. The NSPO aims to guide and support all levels and parts of government to take coordinated, comprehensive and consistent action to reduce suicide and suicidality, including through: ... More
    Closed 13 April 2025

  • Weekly Bed Vacancy Data Request - 4 April 2025

    Please complete the data survey by close of business today. Please do not use any other to provide your data, as this impacts consolidation and analysis. This information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by end of day, Monday 7 April 2025. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. More
    Closed 7 April 2025

  • Weekly Bed Vacancy Data Request - 28 March 2025

    Please complete the data survey by close of business today. Please do not use any other to provide your data, as this impacts consolidation and analysis. This information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by end of day, Monday 31 March 2025. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. More
    Closed 31 March 2025

  • Consultation on PHI Rules - October 2025 sunset

    The Department of Health and Aged Care (department) and Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) are undertaking a review of private health insurance legislation in accordance with the Legislation Act 2003 to ensure it remains fit‑for‑purpose, is kept up to date and in force so long as it is needed. This review applies to four Rules. Three of these Rules are administered by the department: Private Health Insurance (Risk Equalisation... More
    Closed 31 March 2025

  • Consultation on Assignment of Medicare Benefits for Simplified Billing Services

    The Department of Health and Aged Care is modernising and simplifying the assignment of benefit process by creating solutions that will streamline Medicare billing for bulk billed and simplified billing services. The Health Insurance Legislation Amendment (Assignment of Medicare Benefits) Act 2024, which was passed by Parliament on 2 July 2024, with Royal Assent provided on 9 July 2024, provides the basis for this work. This amends the Health Insurance Act 1973 and changes will commence on 9... More
    Closed 28 March 2025
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