2024-25 Pre-Budget submission
In January 2024, the Academy responded to the Federal Government’s call for Pre-Budget submissions. AAHMS’ submission encouraged the Government to maximise the value of health and medical research investments, drawing on recommendations from the Academy’s 2022 report, Research and innovation as core functions in transforming the health system: A vision for the future of health […]
Submission: COVID-19 Response Inquiry
In December 2023, the Academy provided a submission to the Australian Government’s COVID-19 Response Inquiry. This submission responds to the Inquiry terms of reference 2, 3 and 8 as they relate to the health and medical research landscape and the translation of research into evidence-based policy and practice. We also focus on the policy gaps […]
Submission: NHMRC statement on sex and gender in health and medical research
In December 2023, the Academy provided a submission to the consultation on a joint National Health and Medical Research Council/Medical Research Future Fund Statement on Sex, Gender, Variations of Sex Characteristics and Sexual Orientation in Health and Medical Research. The Academy’s response was informed by input from Fellows of the Academy and focused on answering […]
Submission: Understanding our RNA Potential
In October 2023, the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences responded to the Department of Industry, Science and Resources consultation Understanding our RNA potential discussion paper. We strongly support the Department’s efforts to unleash the nation’s RNA potential and to bring together a clearer picture of the technologies and approaches currently under development across […]
Submission: Consultation on Unleashing the potential of our workforce
In October 2023, the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences made a submission to the Department of Health and Aged Care on the Unleashing the potential of our workforce – Scope of Practice Review. The Academy welcomes this independent scope of practice review that will examine the barriers and incentives health practitioners face working to their […]
Submission: Draft National Science and Research Priorities
The Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences (AAHMS) welcomes the release of the Australian Government’s draft National Science and Research Priorities. We strongly support the aim of the priorities to cut across traditional discipline and sector boundaries and target Australia’s biggest challenges over the coming decade. The priorities have the potential to play a […]
Submission: Inquiry into diabetes in Australia
In August 2023 the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences provided a submission to the Standing Committee on Health, Aged Care and Sport – Inquiry into diabetes in Australia. AAHMS welcomes this important inquiry that could help improve the health and wellbeing of the Australian community by making recommendations to reduce the incidence of […]
Submission to Australian Universities Accord Interim Report consultation
In September 2023, the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences responded to the Australian Universities Accord Interim Report consultation. The Academy strongly supports the Government’s commitment to reform Australia’s higher education system through an Australian Universities Accord and we welcome the opportunity to provide input in response to the Accord Panel’s Interim Report. AAHMS […]
Submission: Draft National Consumer Engagement Strategy for Health and Wellbeing consultation
In September 2023, the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences provided a submission to the Draft National Consumer Engagement Strategy for Health and Wellbeing consultation. The Academy welcomes the Australian Government’s efforts to develop a National Consumer Engagement Strategy for Health and Wellbeing (the Strategy). The Strategy is a welcome step towards implementation of […]
Submission: National Health and Climate Strategy
In July 2023, the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences made a submission to the Department of Health and Aged Care consultation on a National Health and Climate Strategy. AAHMS welcomes the Australian Government’s efforts to develop a National Health and Climate Strategy. We strongly support this important initiative and stand ready to assist […]
Submission: improving alignment and coordination between the MRFF and MREA
The Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences has called for the Government to look at the big picture when considering the future of health and medical research funding. The Academy is advocating for a bold strategic vision to ensure investments deliver benefits for health, society and the economy. The Academy’s submission to the Government’s […]
Submission: Measuring What Matters – second consultation
On 26 May 2023, the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences and Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia (ASSA) made a joint submission to the second consultation process for Measuring What Matters. The Academies support the Australian Government’s initiative to develop a stand-alone Measuring What Matters Statement. A wellbeing economy approach is an opportunity […]
Submission: Australia’s science and research priorities
In April 2023, AAHMS made a submission to the Department of Industry, Science and Resources consultation on Australia’s science and research priorities. This submission framework was provided in addition to our contributions through participation in the roundtables hosted by Australia’s Chief Scientist Dr Cathy Foley AO PSM FAA FTSE. We welcome the opportunity to contribute […]
Submission to Australian Universities Accord consultation
In April 2023, AAHMS provided a submission to the Federal Government’s Australian Universities Accord (AUA) discussion paper consultation. We welcome the Government’s plans to ensure that Australia’s higher education sector is fit for purpose into the future. Our submission addresses points raised in the consultation discussion paper most relevant to our expertise in the health […]
Developing Advanced Manufacturing in Australia
In March 2023, AAHMS provided a submission to the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Resources’ inquiry into developing advanced manufacturing in Australia. Our submission highlights opportunities and barriers for advanced manufacturing in the field of health and medical sciences.
Submission on draft AHPRA data strategy
In January 2023, AAHMS submitted a letter as part of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) consultation on its draft data strategy.
Submission to Measuring What Matters consultation
In January 2023, AAHMS submitted a response to the Australian Treasury’s consultation, Measuring what matters, which will consider and monitor a range of factors that contribute to Australia’s progress and wellbeing. Health is a fundamental component of a population’s quality of life and productivity. It should therefore be included as an essential component when measuring the progress and wellbeing of a nation.
2023-24 Pre-Budget submission
In January 2023, AAHMS responded to a call for submissions on priorities for the Federal Budget 2023-24. The Academy outlined a number of priorities for existing health spending, as well as investment in research and innovation for the future.
Joint submission to NHMRC ART Guidelines review
In December 2022, the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences provided a joint submission with the Australian Academy of Science to the NHMRC Australian Health Ethics Committee’s limited review of the Ethical guidelines on the use of Assisted Reproductive Technology in clinical practice and research (ART Guidelines).
Submission to the ARC review consultation
In December 2022, the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences provided a submission to the Department of Education’s review of the Australian Research Council (ARC). The ARC plays an important role in Australian research and this consultation is part of an ongoing, independent review into the ARC to develop legislation to provide clarity on objectives and processes within the organisation to meet current and future needs.