The health system

Australian Health Directory

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

A directory that can help you to find a local health professional, general practitioner or health service. Read More

Tasmania Patient Travel Assistance Scheme (PTAS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

TAS: PTAS covers some travel and accommodation costs for Tasmanians who need to travel long distances for specialised care. Read More

Cystic Fibrosis Western Australia (CFWA)

Paula Woodward March 21, 2023

CFWA is the peak body for all people living with CF in Western Australia. They provide a comprehensive range of services, in home support, resources, education and advocacy. They engage in and support national research. the CFWA website includes heaps of resources and factsheets about living with CF as well as stories from the CF community. Read More

Queensland Community Access Scheme (QCSS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

QCSS provides support services that maintain and promote independence and quality of life for individuals with a disability, chronic health condition or mental health condition who do not meet eligibility for the NDIS. Read More

Queensland Health Patient Travel Subsidy Scheme (PTSS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

QLD: PTSS provides subsidised travel for residents of Queensland who need to travel more than 50 km to access a specialist health service. An application must be made before travelling so approval can be obtained. Visit your local hospital Patient Travel Office for more information. Read More

New South Wales Health Transport for Health (IPTAAS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

NSW: IPTAAS provides subsidised travel for residents of New South Wales resident who live more than 100 km from your specialist service. A referral from your medical professional is required. Read More

Australian Capital Territory Interstate Patient Travel Assistance Scheme (IPTAS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

ACT: IPTAS supports permanent residents of the ACT to access specialist medical treatment and oral surgical health care (excluding routine dental work) outside of the ACT by assisting with travel and accommodation costs. Read More

Northern Territory Government Patient Assistance Travel Scheme (PATS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

NT: PATS provides financial help for travel and accommodation expenses if you need to travel a long distance to see an approved medical specialist. You must be referred by a medical professional to the nearest approved specialist. Read More

Victorian Patient Travel Assistance Scheme (VPTAS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

VIC: VPTAS covers some of the travel and accommodation costs to and from the hospital for families who live more than 100km from the hospital. Read More

South Australia Patient Assistance Transport Scheme (PATS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

SA: PATS provides financial assistance towards people’s transport and accommodation costs when they’re required to travel more than 100km each way to access necessary medical specialist services that are not available locally. Read More