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Victoria’s Chemist Care Now program has reached a major milestone, with more than 100,000 consultations delivered across the state. The milestone demonstrates how the program is making it faster and easier for Victorians to access everyday healthcare close to home.

The Virtual Women's Health Clinic has helped hundreds of women and girls access free healthcare in its first year of operation, connecting them with expert support and advice.

The Peer Healing Space is a free, residential mental health service for anyone aged 18 or older experiencing high levels of distress. It provides short-term mental health support, in a home-like setting.

Victoria’s Local Health Service Networks were established on 1 July 2025. They bring health services in 12 geographic regions together to plan and coordinate care around local needs.

Women’s Health Victoria’s 1800 My Options service has clocked up a milestone 50,000 calls since the service launched in 2018.

The Victorian Government has announced $4.4 million to continue the Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy Student (SPOTS) Grants Program for a further 2 years.