33939 (2026). Scott Willis to the Associate Minister of Health

Written Question

Published date: 13 Aug 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	33939 (2026)
Question asked:	29 Jul 2026
Member asking:	Scott Willis
Portfolio:	Associate Minister of Health
Minister replying:	Hon Casey Costello
Answer received:	09 Aug 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_33939_2026
Document guid:	ec69e95d-f74b-4122-a0ae-2d76841ffa01

33939 (2026). Scott Willis to the Associate Minister of Health: Is the Minister committed to fully implementing the updated Dementia Mate Wareware Action Plan 2026-2031, if so, what steps is the Minister taking to achieve this plan, and if not - why not?

Hon Casey Costello: I acknowledge the importance of the Dementia Mate Wareware Action Plan 2026-2031, which was developed by the dementia sector with input and support from a wide range of stakeholders. I am advised that actions outlined in the plan will be supported through existing programmes of work and ongoing system initiatives, including the seven service trials funded through Budget 2022. These trials are currently being evaluated, and the findings will help inform future service planning and investment decisions. The evaluation report is expected to be completed by June 2027.