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Briefing paper
Building systems thinking capability in Australia’s prevention workforce
This summary outlines how the Systems Thinking Capability-Building Strategy was developed and how it will be implemented in partnership across Australia’s chronic disease prevention system. The paper describes six interconnected themes that shape systems thinking capability and sets out a three-year strategy with clear objectives and action areas, enabling sector-wide leadership and collaboration.
Strategy
Growing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander environmental health workforce
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities are disproportionately affected by environmental determinants of health. This roadmap proposes the establishment of a permanent, highly skilled and nationally credentialed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander environmental health workforce by embedding specialised roles within Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations.
Journal article
‘Giving back to our community’: the retention of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander disability workforce in New South Wales, Australia
This Aboriginal-led study examines the factors that influence the retention of non-university qualified Aboriginal health, ageing and disability workers in New South Wales. The findings provide insights into retention factors that strengthen disability service provider practices and inform government policy.
Position paper
Women's Health: position statement
This position statement outlines a comprehensive vision for achieving gender equity in health care. The statement addresses key areas including sexual and reproductive health, perinatal care, menopause, gendered violence, intersectionality and workforce equity. This 2025 revision of the statement highlights the unique health needs and challenges faced by women across Australia.
Report
Ambulance Victoria: inquiry
This report is a compilation of the investigations, evidence gathering and research during an inquiry into the core issues impacting the management and functions of Ambulance Victoria. It finds that the evidence is stark: Ambulance Victoria is an organisation in crisis. Change is urgent and badly needed. It makes 52 findings and 21 recommendations.