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  • Proposed minor and technical amendments to the Gene Technology Regulations 2001

    The Gene Technology Regulator (the Regulator) is consulting to seek the views of anyone likely to be affected by the proposed minor and technical amendments to the Gene Technology Regulations 2001 (the Regulations) described in the following pages . Feedback is specifically sought on whether the proposed minor and technical amendments described below would sufficiently improve clarity in the legislation, and on the impact the proposed amendments would have on regulated stakeholders .... More
    Closed 8 December 2024
  • National Health and Medical Research Strategy - Webinar Survey

    The Minister for Health and Aged Care announced in May 2024 that the Australian Government would develop the National Health and Medical Research Strategy (National Strategy). The purpose of the National Strategy is to deliver: a plan to strengthen and leverage Australia’s world-leading research capability better health outcomes from a productive and efficient research ecosystem. At the conclusion of... More
    Opened 5 December 2024
  • Residential Care Service List

    The Department of Health and Aged Care is consulting on the proposed Residential Care Service List. This list explains what care and services aged care homes must provide to all permanent residents and residential respite recipients. It will replace the current Schedule 1 of the Quality of Care Principles 2014 – the Schedule of Specified Care and Services, under the new Aged Care Act. The department has also received feedback from the recent... More
    Opened 3 December 2024
  • Review of Primary Health Network Business Model & Mental Health Flexible Funding Model

    Primary Health Networks (PHNs) were established by the Australian Government in 2015 as a response to the recommendations of the Review of Medicare Locals conducted by John Horvath (2014). Since they were established, the primary care sector has changed significantly and the role of PHNs has expanded in response to primary care and digital reforms, COVID-19, climate driven emergencies, and impacts from workforce shortages. Looking forward, Strengthening Medicare and MyMedicare, reviews... More
    Opened 2 December 2024
  • OGTR Online Services Portal Survey

    The OGTR is implementing the Online Services Portal (the Portal) to improve application and reporting processes. Feedback on your experience with the Portal will assist with improving the service. This survey only takes about 5-10 minutes to complete. Note: All responses are anonymous and will be treated as confidential. No personally identifying information will be released. More
    Closed 30 November 2024
  • National Lung Cancer Screening Program Guidelines Public Consultation

    The National Lung Cancer Screening Program (program) is an Australian Government initiative being implemented in partnership with the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO). From July 2025, high-risk people aged between 50 and 70 years with a history of cigarette smoking of at least 30 pack-years will be able to get a free low-dose CT scan using fixed and mobile screening infrastructure every two years unless a screen detected abnormality is found... More
    Opened 28 November 2024
  • Aged Care Reforms Sector Pulse Survey

    The Aged Care Reforms Sector Pulse Survey is an opportunity for the aged care sector to tell us how things are going and what support you need from us. Your feedback will help us improve communication, engagement, training and support as you implement the changes to aged care. Who can participate? aged care providers aged care workers other stakeholders who are involved in delivering a service in the aged care system. ... More
    Opened 25 November 2024
  • Development of the Fifth National Sexually Transmissible Infections Strategy 2024-2030

    Ensuring Australians can live free from the impact of Sexually Transmissible Infections (STI) is a priority of the Australian Government. We are seeking your feedback on the draft Fifth National Sexually Transmissible Infections Strategy 2024-2030 (Strategy). This Strategy sits alongside other National Strategies that address: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV); Hepatitis B; Hepatitis C; and Blood-Borne Viruses (BBV) and... More
    Opened 22 November 2024
  • Medicare Safety Net Reform

    Medicare Safety Nets serve an important role in protecting health care consumers from the impact of high out-of-pocket costs. The safety nets do not apply to services that are not listed on the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) or to MBS services that are delivered in hospital. Once your out-of-pocket medical costs reach a certain amount, Medicare gives you a higher amount back for the rest of the year. Anyone enrolled in Medicare is eligible for these safety nets. ... More
    Closed 22 November 2024
  • Have your say! Complex Project Management Profession

    The Complex Project Management (CPM) Profession seeks to enhance the complex project management skillset to transform how the APS successfully delivers Government priorities. As a member of the CPM Profession, you will be part of the commitment to uplift capability, evaluate how our workforce responds to increasing complexity in projects, and embed exemplary practices for adoption across the APS. More
    Opened 21 November 2024
  • Healthy Food Partnership Reformulation Program: Wave 3 Category Definitions and Targets

    **** CLOSING DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO THE 17 JANUARY 2025 **** The Healthy Food Partnership (Partnership) is a voluntary collaboration between the food industry, the public health sector and government. Its goal is to enhance population health by improving the food environment and influencing Australians' ability to make healthier food choices. A key initiative of the Partnership is the Partnership Reformulation Program (PRP) which aims to reduce Australians'... More
    Opened 18 November 2024
  • Reforms to Strengthen the National Mental Health Commission and National Suicide Prevention Office

    The Department of Health and Aged Care (the Department) is leading consultation on reforms to strengthen the National Mental Health Commission (NMHC) and National Suicide Prevention Office (NSPO). As part of the 2024-25 Budget, the Government announced a process of reform to reset and strengthen the NMHC and NSPO. This reform process will respond to the findings of the 2023 Independent Investigation into the Commission (the Investigation), while positioning both the NMHC... More
    Closed 18 November 2024
  • Star Ratings for residential aged care – design changes

    Star Ratings for residential aged care is getting a refresh. We want your feedback on how ratings are calculated and other proposed improvements. Star Ratings can help older people and their families compare the quality of aged care homes and make more informed choices. We are changing the way some of the ratings are calculated, following the commencement of the new Aged Care Act. We want your feedback on: how the Compliance rating is calculated how the... More
    Opened 18 November 2024
  • Get involved - Review draft national standards for counsellors and psychotherapists

    You are invited to participate in consultation to test the draft national standards for counsellors and psychotherapists. Allen + Clarke has been engaged by the Department of Health and Aged Care (the Department) to undertake background research and engage with key stakeholders to develop national standards for counsellors and psychotherapists. Information and insights gathered during the initial research and consultation phases informed the development of a set of draft national... More
    Opened 11 November 2024
  • Prescribed List Reforms - Billing code format (Part A, C and D)

    We reviewed stakeholder feedback from the billing code workshop on 18 October 2024. We considered the feedback in finalising the billing code format: AXNNN Where: X represents an alpha or a numeric character, and AX remains as sponsor-specific prefix (SupplierCode) We ask that you review the proposal and let us know of any technical contraints by Friday 8 November 2024. More
    Closed 8 November 2024
  • Medical Research Future Fund Australian Brain Cancer Mission - National Consultation on the refreshed Roadmap and Implementation Plan

    The Australian Brain Cancer Mission is investing $126.4 million over 10 years from 2017-18 to support research into brain cancer. This consists of $50 million from the Australian Government through the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) and $76.4 million to date in commitments from the Funding Partners. The Mission will make investments in research to achieve transformative improvement to the quality and length of life of people with brain cancer, with the longer term aim of... More
    Opened 8 November 2024
  • Public Health (Tobacco and Other Products) Amendment (On-Product Health Messages and Other Measures) Regulations 2024

    Public Consultation on the draft Public Health (Tobacco and Other Products) Amendment (On‑Product Health Messages and Other Measures) Regulations 2024 The Public Health (Tobacco and Other Products) Act 2023 (the Act) commenced on 1 April 2024. The objects of the Act are to: improve public health by discouraging smoking and the use of regulated tobacco items, and encouraging people to give up smoking and to stop using regulated tobacco items; give effect to... More
    Closed 8 November 2024
  • Proposed amendments to the Gene Technology Act 2000

    The Third Review (Review) of the National Gene Technology Scheme (Scheme) found that overall, the Scheme is working well and has operated successfully in assessing and managing the risks posed by genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The Review also identified opportunities to update and modernise the Scheme that would strengthen it and make sure it remains fit for purpose. The proposed amendments to Gene Technology Act 2000 (the GT Act) aim to ensure the Scheme... More
    Closed 8 November 2024
  • Medical Research Future Fund Genomics Health Futures Mission - National Consultation on the refreshed Roadmap and Implementation Plan

    The Genomics Health Futures Mission (GHFM) is investing $500.1 million over 10 years (2018-2028) in genomics research under the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF). It will improve testing, diagnosis and treatment for genetic diseases, guide prevention and help personalise treatment options to better target and improve health outcomes and reduce unnecessary interventions and associated health costs for all Australians. A second Expert Advisory Panel was appointed in... More
    Closed 8 November 2024
  • 2024 Influenza Vaccination Reporting for Aged Care Service Staff and Residents

    Reporting of residential aged care residents and aged care staff influenza vaccinations in 2024 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 2024. This important information will support future vaccination activities in 2025 and ensures adequate steps have been taken to protect residents and staff... More
    Opened 4 November 2024
  • Draft National Nursing Workforce Strategy

    The Department of Health and Aged Care, Victorian Department of Health and Safer Care Victoria, in collaboration with all jurisdictions, are developing Australia’s first National Nursing Workforce Strategy (the strategy). The strategy will establish priorities for enhancing the nursing workforce, aiming to bolster the delivery of health and aged care to all Australian communities. It offers a comprehensive framework to foster collaboration and drive action... More
    Closed 20 October 2024
  • Draft 24-hour movement recommendations for adults and older Australians

    To help Australians understand how much to sit, move, and sleep across the day, the Australian Government is updating and modernising: Australia’s Physical Activity and Sedentary Guidelines for Adults (18-64 years) Australia’s Physical Activity and Sedentary Guidelines for Older People (65 years and above). The modernised guidelines will incorporate a 24-hour approach to activity and will recognise the importance of sleep. The updated 24-hour... More
    Closed 18 October 2024
  • Safe and Responsible Artificial Intelligence in Health Care – Legislation and Regulation Review

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) can help solve urgent and emerging challenges in our health care system and support the health care workforce dedicate more time to delivering care. However, along with the potential opportunities of AI in health care, there is community concern about the safety and risks of AI. There are concerns that current legislative and regulatory frameworks do not adequately mitigate potential for harm. There are high-risk use cases for AI in health care. ... More
    Closed 14 October 2024
  • The Australian Centre for Disease Control (CDC): Consultation on how the Australian CDC plans to use data

    The Government has committed to establishing a centre for disease control (CDC) to make sure Australia is well prepared for public health emergencies The Australian Government wants the CDC to: prepare and plan for potential public health emergencies, such as pandemics provide advice to support responses to emergencies that affect public health, such as natural disasters stay up to date with the latest evidence on... More
    Closed 13 October 2024
  • Have your say about MBS Online

    MBS Online contains the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS), a listing of the Medicare services subsidised by the Australian Government. MBS Online is critical for keeping Australians – including patients, providers, insurers and software vendors – up to date on the latest MBS information by reflecting updates as soon as changes to the MBS occur. This survey gives users of MBS Online a chance to provide their views and feedback on the functionality and user experience of the... More
    Closed 11 October 2024
  • Feedback on implementing MPS Direct Care Targets

    The purpose of this survey is to provide MPS trial sites with the opportunity to provide their views, feedback and input in regard to direct care targets to inform subsequent discussions. At this stage, the survey is designed to get your high level views. There is no expectation that you will undertake research, collect data or go out of your way to provide policies in order to complete this survey. If policies, data or research is readily available then we would welcome it being provided. ... More
    Closed 9 October 2024
  • MPS 24/7 RN Trial Survey

    The purpose of this survey is to provide MPS trial sites with the opportunity to provide feedback on their experiences with the 24/7 RN requirement trial and reporting arrangements. More
    Closed 9 October 2024
  • 2024 Stoma Appliance Scheme Schedule Review

    The 2023-24 Budget included agreement to a comprehensive review of the Stoma Appliance Scheme (SAS) Schedule. The aim of the SAS Schedule Review (the Review) is to make sure all the products listed are clinically effective, correctly priced, and cost-effective. While there have been reviews of specific sub-groups or products on the SAS Schedule, there has been no comprehensive review of all products, pricing and groups since 2010. The Review is focusing on: the... More
    Closed 6 October 2024
  • Single Assessment System Workforce Transition Training Feedback

    Share your views with us on the training materials that have been developed for your transition to a Single Assessment System workforce. More
    Opened 1 October 2024
  • Goal 3: Provision of Quality Screening and Assessments Learning Feedback

    Share your views with us on the training materials provided to you in Goal 3 within MAClearning. More
    Opened 1 October 2024
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