Current Consultations
Research Australia regularly contributes to the policy discussions on issues pertinent to Health and Medical Research. This can be through submissions or participating in consultations.
The following lists both consultations and invitations to make submissions which are relevant to health and medical research and/or health and innovation policy in Australia. Research Australia updates this regularly but we may not participate in every one listed.
If you would like more information or you are aware of other consultations that should be included, please contact Dr Talia Avrahamzon, Head of Policy, Research Australia via email talia.avrahamzon@researchaustralia.org.
Please click the heading in the left hand column to access consultation information from the relevant website.
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Advice on the National Suicide Prevention StrategyDue 27 October 2024 |
The draft Advice on the National Suicide Prevention Strategy is now open for public consultation.
The National Suicide Prevention Office’s draft Advice on the National Suicide Prevention Strategy proposes a fundamental change to the way we think and act on suicide prevention. Feedback is sought to ensuring that this Advice on the Strategy will be effective in guiding suicide prevention activities across Australia over the next 10 years. If you are interested in contributing to a Research Australia submission, please contact Talia.Avrahamzon@researchaustralia.org |
Proposed amendments to the Gene Technology Act 2000Due 8 November 2024 |
The proposed amendments to Gene Technology Act 2000 (the GT Act) aim to ensure the Scheme maintains flexibility to deal with future developments and challenges. They are the first major changes made to the GT Act since it was implemented.
Consultation responses should be provided via the survey in the consultation hub. |
Medical Research Future Fund Genomics Health Futures Mission – National Consultation on the refreshed Roadmap and Implementation PlanDue 8 November 2024 |
The Genomics Health Futures Mission (GHFM) is investing $500.1 million over 10 years (2018-2028) in genomics research under the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
This consultation is to seek feedback from the community on the Mission’s draft Roadmap and Implementation Plan. Submissions will be used to inform any further development of the Roadmap and Implementation Plan by the Expert Advisory Panel. |
Reforms to Strengthen the National Mental Health Commission and National Suicide Prevention OfficeDue 11 November 2024
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As part of the 2024-25 Budget, the Government announced a process of reform to reset and strengthen the National Mental Health Commission (NMHC) and National Suicide Prevention Office (NSPO).
The current consultation will support the second phase of reform – focusing on the future state of the NMHC and NSPO. |
Medical Devices – Essential Principles for Safety and PerformanceDue 13 November 2024
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This consultation seeks feedback on proposed changes to the Australian Essential Principles for Safety and Performance of medical devices (Essential Principles), to align with changes being implemented in the European General Safety and Performance Requirements (GSPR).
For more details, read the consultation paper and attachment available on the TGA Consultation Hub |
Health effects of PFAS
19 December 2024 |
A Senate Select Committee on PFAS (per and polyfluoroalkyl substances) has been established. The Inquiry Terms of Reference includes reference to challenges around conducting and coordinating health and exposure research into PFAS, including the adequacy of funding arrangements and the influence of the chemicals industry over the evolving body of scientific evidence on the health effects of PFAS, including in respect to First Nations communities.
If you are interested in contributing to a Research Australia submission, please contact Talia.Avrahamzon@researchaustralia.org |