Overview
The National Health (Remote Area Aboriginal Health Services Program) Amendment Special Arrangement 2026 (No. 1) is a legislative instrument made on 26 May 2026. It amends the National Health (Remote Area Aboriginal Health Services Program) Special Arrangement 2017, which governs how certain Aboriginal health services in remote areas are funded and arranged under the National Health Act 1953.
Administering department
The instrument is administered by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
Dates
- Made: 26 May 2026
- In force from: 26 May 2026
- Listed as repealed effective: 7 September 2026
The instrument applies only within that window between 26 May 2026 and 7 September 2026.
What the amendment covers
The instrument amends the 2017 Special Arrangement through Schedule 1 (Amendments). The source summary does not specify what changes Schedule 1 makes to the 2017 arrangement. The full text of Schedule 1 requires review to determine the detail of those changes.
Key actions
- Read the full instrument at legislation.gov.au/F2026L00626 to check whether the Schedule 1 amendments affect your service arrangements or funding conditions.
- Contact the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing directly for clarification on how this amendment affects your organisation, as the source does not detail the specific changes made.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.