As we approach the 40th anniversary of the Medicare system in Australia next month, Dietitians say it’s time for the scheme to ensure dietetic and nutrition supports are far more accessible to Australians in need.

Dietitians Australia is congratulating the Hon Mark Butler MP Minister for Health and Aged Care and the Hon Ged Kearney MP Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care on the release of Australia’s new National Health and Climate Strategy.

Dietitians Australia is urging the Government to act on the significant body of evidence showing that eating well reduces the risk of depression, and that depression and anxiety can be treated with dietary intervention, through supporting Australians with better access to dietitians.

Released September 2023 - Submission to Department of Health and Aging in response to consultation

Dietitians Australia has welcomed the opportunity to contribute to the development of the Commonwealth Government’s Early Years Strategy, advocating for a strong emphasis on food and nutrition as part of the national vision for supporting the future of Australian children.

Released June 2023 - Submission to the ACT Government on the design of mental health services in the ACT.

Ahead of the Federal Budget, Dietitians Australia is renewing its call on the Government to fund accredited practising dietitians to support aged care homes to improve food and nutrition for residents.

Released December 2022 - To promote human and planetary health, a food system transformation is needed that supports the population to adopt healthy and sustainable diet-related practices.

Released March 2023 - Dietitians Australia’s key focus of the report is on the use of children’s data and personal information to market unhealthy foods and diets. Children should be able to use digital media without being exposed to and bombarded with sophisticated digital marketing campaigns for unhealthy food.

Released February 2023 - Dietitians Australia support ‘Option 3: Hybrid mix of regulatory and non-regulatory approaches’ as outlined in the Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) ‘P1056 first call for submissions Report’ documentation.