The Parliamentary Secretary released the mid point implementation review of Australia's efforts to increase organ donation.  In her press release, Ms King said that the national reform agenda had made significant progress.   

The Government's detailed response to the review was released at the same time and itemises progress in the nine areas of reform.

The Hon. Catherine King, MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Health, recently released a new resource to help Australians overcome barriers to discussing organ and tissue donation.  In launching the resource, Ms King said that it will be a valuable resource.  She noted that it was developed by Gift of Life with a community awareness grant.

Community speakers are urged to undertake volunteer training through DonateLife ACT.  A copy of the resource is available at the DonateLife website. 

The Organ & Tissue Authority has established a DontateLife Book of Life. Organisations or individuals have lodged stories with the Authority and the final version of the DonateLife Book of Life was launched by the Governor-General during DonateLife week in February 2011.

The book will be updated and if you are interested in nominating someone to appear in the book, the template should be completed and submitted via Gift of Life or via the DonateLife ACT agency or directly to the Authority.     


l-r The Governor General, The Hon. Catherine King, MP and Ms Robyn Gough (photo:  www.gg.gov.au)