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Catholic Identity & Mission
Continuing the healing ministry of Jesus through ethical, compassionate care that reflects the dignity of every person, especially the most vulnerable.
Who we are
Your care is our mission
Catholic Health Australia represents the nation's largest non-government network of hospitals, aged and community care services, providing approximately 10 percent of hospital and aged care services in Australia.
Through our advocacy, policy leadership and sector engagement, CHA is a trusted voice for our members who are driven by a commitment to human dignity, compassion and the common good.
80
Hospitals nationwide
350
age care providers
Our Impact
The numbers behind the mission
The care our members deliver every day, measured in people, across hospitals, homes and communities around Australia.
53k+
Home care & support consumers
83k+
Employees in Catholic aged & health care
27k+
Residential aged care beds in the Catholic sector
12k+
Hospital beds across the country
Strategy 2026–2029
Four goals. One shared purpose.
Our strategy sets the direction for Catholic Health Australia through to 2029. It's a roadmap that keeps mission at the centre while sharpening the impact we have for members, communities and the sector.
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Trusted Policy Partners
A credible, evidence-led voice with government on the reforms Australian healthcare needs: hospital funding, aged care sustainability and equitable access.
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Collaboration for Impact
Connecting member organisations, sector partners and wider stakeholders so our collective reach delivers more than any one of us could alone.
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Thriving Organisation
Building the capability, culture and resources inside CHA to sustain our mission and serve our members well into the future.
What's new to our mission
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What we stand for
Care with compassion
As Catholics, human dignity, social justice and the common good are central to our advocacy. These are the values that shape how we show up for our members, the sector, and every Australian we serve.
Human Dignity
Every person matters. We uphold the inherent worth of each Australian we serve, regardless of circumstance.
Social Justice
Equitable access to care, especially for those on the margins. A fairer system that leaves no one behind.
Compassion
Care rooted in empathy. We walk alongside patients, residents and families through their most vulnerable moments.
Common Good
Policy and practice that serves the whole community. Healthcare belongs to all of us, not just some.
More from CHA
Where to go next
Explore our advocacy, research and publications, or tune into our podcast for the conversations shaping Australian healthcare.
New
Health Matters Podcast
Episode 01 is live. Big conversations on Australian healthcare, with the people shaping it.
Media Releases
Latest statements from CHA on the issues shaping health and aged care policy.
Submissions
Our formal responses to government inquiries, consultations and reform processes.
Position Papers
Evidence-led policy positions setting out what Australian healthcare needs next.
Publications
Reports, guides and research from CHA and our Catholic health ministries.
Newsletters
Health Matters: our monthly update for members, partners and the wider sector.
Trusted Partners
The organisations walking alongside us
