This report is the fifth in a series of reports on overcoming Indigenous disadvantage as commissioned by the heads of government in 2002. It has been produced in consultation with Indigenous peoples, governments, academics and service providers. The report measures the progress of the six targets set by the Council of Australian Governments Closing the gap strategy, together with other identified significant indicators. The report has three main sections:
Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet abstract
The Australian Government Implementation Plan was developed by the Department of Health and Ageing in consultation with all relevant Australian Government agencies and the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Council. It has a strong emphasis on a whole of government approach to addressing the key priorities identified.
Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet abstract
This implementation plan details the Australian Government's current response to recommendations made in the National Strategic Framework for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health 2003-2013 to improve health outcomes for Indigenous Australians. It describes existing and planned action by the Australian Government, including programs and policy approaches where the Commonwealth is contributing to multilateral initiatives involving Indigenous health and community organisations, State and Territory governments, and government agencies outside the health sector.
Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet abstract