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  • Surgical guides and biomodels post-listing review draft department report

    Surgical guides and biomodels are non-implantable, single-use personalised medical devices used in planning and decision-making before and during surgery. We commenced the post-listing review of surgical guides and biomodels in response to: rapid growth in use of these devices – PL benefits paid by health insurers rose from $1.6 million in 2016–17 to $20.6 million in 2021–22 reports suggesting overuse and inappropriate use ... More
    Opened 25 May 2026

  • Weekly Bed Availability Request - 22 May 2026

    Please complete the survey by close of business today. Bed availability information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by close of business Tuesday 26 May 2026. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. Privacy Statement This information is collected in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988. The purpose of collecting this information is to support the coordination and reporting of bed... More
    Opened 22 May 2026

  • Consultation on draft models of care for headspace Plus and Youth Specialist Care Centres

    The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (the Department) is seeking feedback on the models of care that have been drafted for headspace Plus and Youth Specialist Care Centres (YSCCs). Background The Australian Government is investing more than $700 million to deliver more free mental health services for young people aged 12 to 25 years. This includes: $225.3 million for new and upgraded headspace centres, including upgrading 30 centres to... More
    Opened 21 May 2026

  • Tobacco Act Compliance Strategy

    Public consultation on the draft Tobacco Act Compliance Strategy (the Strategy). The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (the department) is seeking feedback on a draft Compliance Strategy to guide how it will approach compliance and enforcement under the Public Health (Tobacco and Other Products) Act 2023 (the Tobacco Act), which commenced on 1 April 2024. Effective compliance and enforcement are critical to ensuring the objects of the Tobacco Act and the Public... More
    Opened 20 May 2026

  • Weekly Bed Availability Request - 15 May 2026

    Please complete the survey by close of business today. Bed availability information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by close of business Tuesday 19 May 2026. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. Privacy Statement This information is collected in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988. The purpose of collecting this information is to support the coordination and reporting of bed... More
    Opened 15 May 2026

  • Consultation on sunsetting PHI Rules - April and October 2027

    Overview The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (department) is 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 is in force so long as it is needed. There are 6 instruments due to cease (sunset) in April 2027 that relate to Private Health Insurance. They are the: Private Health Insurance (Accreditation) Rules 2011 ... More
    Opened 13 May 2026

  • Tell us what you thought: Australia’s Disability Strategy National Forum

    Thank you for attending the National Forum in February. We would like your feedback to help us understand what worked well and what we could do better in the future. Watch the Forum wrap‑up video (optional) You can watch a short wrap‑up video before starting the survey. The video shows key moments from the Forum and may help refresh your memory. 👉 Watch the Forum wrap‑up video here: ADS Forum Highlight Reel ... More
    Opened 8 May 2026

  • Weekly Bed Availability Request - 8 May 2026

    Please complete the survey by close of business today. Bed availability information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by close of business Tuesday 12 May 2026. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. Privacy Statement This information is collected in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988. The purpose of collecting this information is to support the coordination and reporting of bed... More
    Opened 8 May 2026

  • Weekly Bed Availability Request - 1 May 2026

    Please complete the survey by close of business today. Bed availability information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by close of business Tuesday 5 May 2026. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. Privacy Statement This information is collected in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988. The purpose of collecting this information is to support the coordination and reporting of bed... More
    Opened 1 May 2026

  • Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) Review Advisory Committee: Open Consultation - Review for the inclusion of audiometrists as eligible health providers for limited audiology MBS items

    The Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) is a list of health professional services (items) that the Australian Government subsidises. MBS items provide patient benefits for a wide range of health services including consultations, diagnostic tests, therapy, and operations. Established in 2021, the MBS Continuous Review is a program assurance function that conducts ongoing reviews of the MBS to ensure it is contemporary, aligned with best clinical practice,... More
    Opened 28 April 2026

  • Weekly Bed Availability Request - 24 April 2026

    Please complete the survey by close of business today. Bed availability information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by close of business Tuesday 28 April 2026. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. Privacy Statement This information is collected in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988. The purpose of collecting this information is to support the coordination and reporting of bed... More
    Opened 24 April 2026

  • Residential Aged Care Administration Cost Allocation Study

    Residential aged care providers are invited to share their experiences with administration costs in aged care. More
    Opened 23 April 2026

  • Consultation on the National Standard Operating Procedures for Clinical Trials in Australia

    Background The National Standard Operating Procedures for Clinical Trials, including Teletrials, in Australia (National SOPs) were published in February 2021 and endorsed for implementation by all jurisdictions, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC). Since their publication, the major underpinning reference materials have been updated. The revised National SOPs now adhere to the following documents: ... More
    Opened 22 April 2026

  • Weekly Bed Availability Request - 17 April 2026

    Please complete the survey by close of business today. Bed availability information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by close of business Tuesday 21April 2026. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. Privacy Statement This information is collected in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988. The purpose of collecting this information is to support the coordination and reporting of bed... More
    Opened 17 April 2026

  • Consultation on a proposed new Private Health Insurance (PHI) classification spreadsheet template

    The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (the department) is seeking feedback on a proposed new Private Health Insurance (PHI) classification spreadsheet template. The proposed template aims to improve the usability and clarity of the PHI spreadsheet and better support stakeholders in implementing Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) changes. The department has identified opportunities to: reduce duplication with the MBS XML file improve... More
    Opened 15 April 2026

  • TGA Approach to Predetermined Change Control Plans

    We are seeking feedback on a draft guidance document outlining our approach to predetermined change control plans (PCCPs). This guidance has been developed to outline how PCCPs can be used to gain premarket regulatory approval to implement a change at a future stage. This guidance applies to medical device software, including software as a medical device (SaMD), software embedded in, or driving, other devices and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) software. It is particularly... More
    Opened 10 April 2026

  • Weekly Bed Availability Request - 10 April 2026

    Please complete the survey by close of business today. Bed availability information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by close of business Tuesday 14 April 2026. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. Privacy Statement This information is collected in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988. The purpose of collecting this information is to support the coordination and reporting of bed... More
    Opened 10 April 2026

  • DIR 220 - Commercial supply of multivalent cat vaccines containing a genetically modified component for the prevention of feline leukemia virus infection

    The Gene Technology Regulator has received a licence application (DIR 220) from Intervet Australia Pty Ltd for a commercial release of a genetically modified (GM) Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis Virus as a vaccine against Feline Leukemia Virus. 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... More
    Opened 7 April 2026

  • Weekly Bed Availability Request - 3 April 2026

    Please complete the survey by close of business today. Bed availability information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by close of business Tuesday 7 April 2026. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. Privacy Statement This information is collected in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988. The purpose of collecting this information is to support the coordination and reporting of bed... More
    Opened 3 April 2026

  • Disability Support for Older Australians (DSOA) Program - Audit feedback survey

    The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing takes a responsive regulation, risk-based approach to compliance monitoring for the Disability Support for Older Australians (DSOA) Program. Through compliance reviews and audits, the department works to ensure that public money is being spent appropriately and in line with the DSOA grant agreement and the DSOA program manual. While audit outcomes vary for each organisation, the audit process is not designed to be punitive.... More
    Opened 1 April 2026

  • Drug and Alcohol Program Consultations - Stage 2

    Thank you to everyone who provided feedback as part of the Stage 1 consultations on the Drug and Alcohol Program (DAP) Reforms. Following closure of this Stage 1 on 13 March 2026 and receipt of 71 detailed responses, updated versions of the program logic and KPIs along with the data inputs for the needs-based funding model and a survey are now available for feedback. For background on the DAP reforms and information on the consultation process, please see the closed... More
    Opened 27 March 2026

  • Weekly Bed Availability Request - 27 March 2026

    Please complete the survey by close of business today. Bed availability information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by close of business Tuesday 31 March 2026. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. Privacy Statement This information is collected in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988. The purpose of collecting this information is to support the coordination and reporting of... More
    Opened 27 March 2026

  • Aged Care Reform Sector Pulse Survey

    The Aged Care Reform 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. We want to hear from aged care providers, assessors and workers to understand: your experience with the recent changes to aged care how we can best support you areas where you need more guidance. Your feedback helps us improve communication, engagement, training and support as you implement the changes to aged... More
    Opened 23 March 2026

  • Weekly Bed Availability Request - 20 March 2026

    Please complete the survey by close of business today. Bed availability information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by close of business Tuesday 24 March 2026. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. Privacy Statement This information is collected in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988. The purpose of collecting this information is to support the coordination and reporting of... More
    Opened 20 March 2026

  • Strengthening disability safeguards through Community Visitor Schemes

    The Australian Government is working with states and territories to make disability Community Visitor Schemes (CVS) more consistent across Australia. This follows the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability ’s recommendation for nationally consistent approaches to CVS. This project is part of broader safeguarding work in response to the Disability Royal Commission’s recommendations. Community... More
    Opened 20 March 2026

  • Have Your Say: New Public Immunisation Dashboards

    We are seeking your feedback to help design new public immunisation dashboards that make data from the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) easier to find, understand and use. Your feedback will help shape the design and content of the dashboards to ensure they are useful, clear and meet the needs of different users. The dashboards are being developed as part of the Immunisation Data Modernisation Project, led by the Health Security and Immunisation Division . The... More
    Opened 17 March 2026

  • Weekly Bed Availability Request - 13 March 2026

    Please complete the survey by close of business today. Bed availability information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by close of business Tuesday 17 March 2026. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. Privacy Statement This information is collected in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988. The purpose of collecting this information is to support the coordination and reporting of... More
    Opened 13 March 2026

  • Weekly Bed Availability Request - 6 March 2026

    Please complete the survey by close of business today. Bed availability information will be submitted to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) by close of business Tuesday 10 March 2026. It will assist discharge discussions and pathways from acute care to aged care for older Tasmanians. Privacy Statement This information is collected in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988. The purpose of collecting this information is to support the coordination and reporting of... More
    Opened 6 March 2026

  • Have Your Say: Regulatory Options for Counsellors and Psychotherapists

    You are invited to participate in a consultation on regulatory models that could be used to implement the National Standards for Counsellors and Psychotherapists. Nous Group has been engaged by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (the Department) to undertake research and engage with key stakeholders to explore which regulatory model may be the most effective and feasible. This consultation forms part of early‑stage work to understand sector views on the risks,... More
    Opened 2 March 2026

  • Restricting Infant Formula Marketing in Australia

    In October 2024, the Australian Government announced its intention to mandate the Marketing in Australia of Infant Formula: Manufacturers and Importers (MAIF) Agreement . The MAIF Agreement was a voluntary agreement between infant formula manufacturers and importers to not advertise and market infant formula products (for use from 0 to 12 months) in order to support breastfeeding in Australia. The MAIF Agreement was in place from 1992 and ended on 28 February 2025 after the Australian... More
    Opened 27 February 2026
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