Cultural awareness: December

Map My Recovery: culturally relevant mental health resources

Did you know? Map My Recovery includes a search function to find mental health resources for culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

Explore these resources

Upcoming changes to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workforce terminology

From 1 November 2025, the terminology used for Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health worker and practitioner services will be updated.

A new term, ‘Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander primary health care professionals’, will distinguish health workers and practitioners from allied health professionals.

This update will:

  • Strengthen the identity of these professions

  • Ensure appropriate recognition for providing holistic primary health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Important: This change will not affect MBS patient benefits or how services are delivered.

Learn more about the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workforce:

Margot Schoonmaker