The flawed ‘fairness’ of private health changes for over 65s09 July 2026The post-budget conversation is largely focusing on the fallout and implications of changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax. But it’s imperative that the federal government’s proposed changes to the private health insurance rebate for over‑65s do not slip off the news agenda.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
What if… we talked about your 2026 tax? ByHIF Australia19 June 2026Tax time is approaching, and with it comes a few important updates to how your private health insurance is calculated, particularly when it comes to the Australian Government Rebate and the Medicare Levy Surcharge (MLS). Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF recognised as ‘Best Specialist Cover’ in Private Health Insurance15 June 2026HIF is proud to announce it has been awarded the WeMoney Health Insurance Award for Best Specialist Cover 2026, recognising the fund’s outstanding performance in delivering value and quality healthcare coverage for its members.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF’s 2026 health cover premium is changing on 1 AprilByHIF Australia01 April 2026Every year, like all Australian health funds, HIF reviews our premiums, and the Minister for Health, Disability and Ageing approves these changes to ensure we can cover the rising costs of quality healthcare for members. The new premium will come into effect on 1 April. Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF offers premium relief to WA members impacted by Cyclone NarelleByHIF Australia30 March 2026HIF recognise the significant impact of Cyclone Narelle on its WA members and their local communities as it continues to move down the WA Coast.Category:HIF News, Emergency CareRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan Endorsed by Reconciliation Australia24 February 2026Health Insurance Fund of Australia’s (HIF) Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) 2026–2028 has been formally endorsed by Reconciliation Australia.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
West Australians Set Health Goals for 202605 January 2026Top goals: diet, exercise and weight loss. 1 in 5 have taken weight loss drugsCategory:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
West Australians are putting off skin cancer screeningsByHIF Australia17 December 202540% of West Australians are putting off skin cancer screeningsPartnership between HIF Health Insurance and AI tool, SkinVision, to simplify screening processes by digitally monitoring skin healthCategory:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF appoints new CEO, Greg Morris12 December 2025HIF Health Insurance (HIF) announces the appointment of Greg Morris as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), commencing in mid-January 2026.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF’s Annual Report celebrates 70 years of service to its members, as Chairman retires after a decade of leadership30 October 2025In a milestone year for HIF (Health Insurance Fund of Australia), the organisation celebrated 70 years of helping Australians live healthier lives. This significant anniversary also marks the retirement of long-serving Chairman, Richard Homsany, who has dedicated 15 years to the Board and 10 years as its Chair.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment