Today, the Commission has released the second edition of the National Consensus Statement: Essential elements for safe and high-quality end-of-life care (Consensus Statement).
On the Radar Issue 632 is now available.
2023
Publication or report
The Commission has developed the National Safety and Quality Cosmetic Surgery Standards to ensure patients receive safe, high-quality care in facilities where cosmetic surgery is performed.
The Cosmetic Surgery Standards were released on 14 December 2023.
2023
Case study
Charlotte Jerrim from Canberra was 19 years old when she was sold a dream of enhancing her body with a breast augmentation procedure. Unfortunately, this dream did not match the reality.
In this case study, Charlotte shares her experience with cosmetic surgery, as the Commission released national standards for services that perform cosmetic surgery.
The National Safety and Quality Cosmetic Surgery Standards were released on 14 December 2023.
2023
Media release
This resource provides insights into the new National Safety and Quality Cosmetic Surgery Standards and outlines key reforms.
The Cosmetic Surgery Standards were released on 14 December 2023.
2023
Poster or infographic
The National Safety and Quality Cosmetic Surgery Standards were launched on 14 December 2023. The standards aim to protect the public from harm and improve the quality of cosmetic surgery in Australia.
This A4 infographic showcases key data insights into cosmetic surgery in Australia.
2023
Media release
Australians choosing to have cosmetic surgery will be better protected by new standards introduced today. The National Safety and Quality Cosmetic Surgery Standards will improve patient safety in facilities where cosmetic surgery is performed.
Released 14 December 2023
MEDIA RELEASE
Australians choosing to have cosmetic surgery will be better protected by new standards introduced today. These will improve patient safety in facilities where cosmetic surgery is performed.
2025
Fact sheet
This fact sheet has been developed at the request of the Department of Health and Aged Care. It aims to assist health service organisations (HSOs) and clinicians understand and manage the safety issues related to a worldwide shortage, and disruption to the supply of benzathine benzylpenicillin (Bicillin L-A) in Australia.
This fact sheet is for use during a period of shortage only. The fact sheet was updated in August 2025 to include additional S19A approved products.
Show your support for the Cosmetic Surgery Standards by downloading and sharing the content on your website, social networks or within your service.
You are encouraged to use these resources to raise awareness about the new standards and best practice care for cosmetic surgical procedures.
The Commission developed the new Cosmetic Surgery Standards in partnership with consumers, clinicians, services, professional and peak bodies, regulators and other sector representatives.