Australian Capital Territory disability services
Publicly funded disability services in the ACT are now delivered through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
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Mental health services by state and territory
State and territory governments offer hospital, emergency and community mental health services. Learn about services available in your region.
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Introduction to disability services and the NDIS
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is being rolled out across Australia and may already provide publicly-funded disability services where you live.
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Free meningococcal vaccine to help protect Australian teenagers
More than 1 million teenagers will get a free meningococcal vaccine over the next 4 years, once it's added to the National Immunisation Schedule in April 2019.
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What is adoption?
Adoption permanently transfers the legal rights and responsibilities of being a parent from the child’s birth parents to the adoptive parents. Learn more here.
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Notification of illness and disease
‘Notifiable’ diseases are ones where government health authorities must be notified about occurrences. Learn why this is important and about the information.
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COVID-19 information by state and territory
Links to state and territory-based information on COVID-19, regarding health, travel restrictions, events, school, self-isolation and work.
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Travel advice and restrictions related to COVID-19
Frequently asked questions and answers about COVID-19 (coronavirus) infection and travel, including restrictions.
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5 ways to make your opinion count when it comes to health
Got something to say about health? Here are 5 ways to make your opinion count, including significant surveys and channels for complaints.
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Cost of dental care
Dental care can be expensive and patients must often pay for it themselves. This article explains the different ways in which to pay for dental care.
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