The latest official news, updates and advice from the Australian Government.
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Public transport across Australia is becoming more accessible.
Updated standards are now in place helping make public transport journeys safer, more inclusive and easier for people with disability.
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Learn more about the changes and access Auslan and Easy Read resources.#TransportAccessibility
infrastructure.gov.au/Transp…
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Bullying isn’t always obvious.
It can look different in different situations, but knowing the signs can help you recognise it early and take action.
Learn more about the resources available to support parents, carers and young people by visiting LetsStopBullying.gov.au
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This week Prime Minister @AlboMP welcomed the King of Jordan, His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein to Australia.
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Prime Minister Albanese and King Abdullah released a Joint Statement on Enhanced Cooperation, reinforcing Australia and Jordan’s ongoing cooperation on:
•defence and regional security issues
•humanitarian assistance
•resources, energy, and environment initiatives.
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Leaders announced that Australia and Malaysia will organise in 2027 a meeting of the Aqaba Process, an international forum to enhance regional and global coordination on counterterrorism and violent extremism.
For more information, visit:
pm.gov.au/media/joint-leader…
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The Australian Government is supporting students with the cost of living through the Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP).
The CPP supports students financially as they undertake their mandatory placements.
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It’s currently available to eligible students studying teaching, nursing, midwifery, and social work.
From 1 July 2027, the CPP will be expanded to include 10 additional priority frontline allied health disciplines 🏥
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Need extra help with your child's development?
Thriving Kids supports are an easy place to start when you are unsure what might be going on for your child.
Learn more: health.gov.au/thrivingkids
#ThrivingKids
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If you have a Medicare card, you’ll pay no more than $25 for a Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) prescription.
With a Commonwealth concession card, your cost will remain at $7.70 until 2030.
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Recent PBS changes mean you’re paying less for the PBS medicines you need, so you don’t have to delay filling your prescriptions.
For more information, visit 🖥️ health.gov.au/cheaper-medici…
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Is your small business safe from cyber threats? 🛡️Get free expert help from the Small Business Cyber Resilience Service, including a customised cyber safety plan and step-by-step guidance. 💻 Find out more at business.gov.au/expertise-an…
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited Fiji and Tuvalu for the Pacific Pre-COP and Pre-COP Leaders’ event co-hosted by Australia, Fiji and Tuvalu.
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During the event, Prime Minister Albanese joined leaders to adopt the Taku Pakasoa: Strength in Unity Declaration, affirming collective resolve for climate action and reiterating our commitment to building a more resilient future.
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Consultation on the future of AI training and infrastructure in Australia closes at 5pm this Friday 9 October.
We want to hear your views, experiences and ideas to help inform Australia’s AI standards.
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Don’t miss your opportunity to contribute.
Have your say: pmc.gov.au/domestic-policy/o…
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