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LocationACT, NSW, NT, North QLD, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Event Date27 Nov 2025 | 12:00 PM-13:00 PM [GMT+11:00]

CPD Hours1 hr

CPD CategoryCategory 3: Professional Identity

OrganiserMember Engagement & Growth

Event FormatLive Online

Practice & careerMental Health, Private Practice

Price

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Join us for an informative webinar to explore the Better Access Redesign with a presentation from the Department of Health's Disability & Ageing Division.

From 1 November 2025, the Better Access initiative will be redesigned to strengthen continuity of care for people accessing mental health services.


To support members through these important updates, the AASW is hosting an informative webinar featuring a presentation from the Department of Health’s Disability and Ageing Division. This is an opportunity to hear directly from the Department and gain clarity on how the new arrangements will impact practice.


Key updates include:

  • Mental Health Treatment Plans, referrals, and reviews must be completed by a patient’s usual medical practitioner (their MyMedicare GP or a practitioner within that practice).
  • Specific MBS mental health review items will be removed, with time-based general attendance items used instead.
  • New guidance and referral materials will support practitioners and patients through the transition.

Presenter:

Assistant Secretary Darius Everett, Department of Health, with departmental representatives also in attendance.


📅 Date: Thursday, 27 November 2025

⏰ Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm AEDT

💻 Online Webinar: Zoom (link provided to registered attendees on the day)

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