Hundreds of thousands of the sickest and poorest Australians are missing out on healthcare because of gaps in Medicare coverage and high fees charged by medical specialists. This report proposes some reforms that could save Australians about $1 billion in out-of-pocket payments each year.

This report argues that once 80 per cent of the Australian population is vaccinated – and 95 per cent of the most vulnerable, including the over-70s – the nation can begin to ‘live with' COVID-19.

This report navigates through the differing views of the Commissioners to show how Australia can achieve a rights-based system that provides adequate care and support for all who need it.

Australia is warmer than it was a hundred years ago. This warming is harming the health and well-being of Australians right now. This report shows how the health sector can better prepare for the effects of climate change, and how it should lead by reducing its own carbon and environmental footprint.

This report identifies three key changes needed to create a rights-based aged care system that would ensure older Australians can get the support they need to stay active, independent, and engaged in the community for as long as possible.