Telehealth Access for End-of-Life Choices | Canberra News

The Labor Party is poised to overhaul federal laws blocking telehealth consultations for voluntary assisted dying, clearing the way for states like Victoria and Queensland to implement end-of-life choices without federal roadblocks. While critics warn that sensitive conversations need in-person care, supporters argue the current law is outdated and unfairly burdens rural patients. The party also amended its constitution to let MPs vote according to conscience, recognizing the deeply personal nature of these decisions. Now, the parliamentary team will decide how to roll out these changes — all to ensure terminally ill Australians, no matter where they live, can make dignified, informed choices at life’s end.

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