IPC Week 2026 will be held from 18 to 24 October. This year’s theme Past, Present, Prepared for the future recognises the progress that has been and continues to be made in IPC, reinforces the importance of IPC practice everyday, and highlights the collective role in protecting consumers and healthcare workers into the future. To help you prepare, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care will be releasing resources shortly. To find out more about the theme […]

The Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has announced that COVID-19 vaccines will transition to the National Immunisation Program (NIP) from 1 October 2026, replacing the stand-alone National COVID-19 Vaccine Program (NCVP) established during the Australia’s pandemic response. Under the NIP, eligibility for funded COVID-19 vaccines will change, with free COVID-19 vaccines available only to people at highest risk of severe disease: all adults aged 75 years and over (one dose every 6 months) adults aged 65–74 years […]

In July, the Commission will release the initial draft of the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards (third edition). Shaped by extensive sector-wide feedback, the draft reflects best practice evidence and responds to current healthcare realities, as well as emerging challenges and issues. This is your opportunity to contribute to improvements in patient safety and the delivery of high-quality care across Australia. You can provide feedback on the draft Standards by completing an online survey or written submission. […]