Overview

Statements of Priorities are key accountability agreements between Government and Victorian publicly funded health, mental health and ambulance services. The content and process for preparation and agreement of the annual Statement of Priorities is consistent with sections 65ZFA, 65ZFB and section 26 of the Health Services Act 1988.

Statements of Priorities are consistent with the health services' strategic plans and aligned to government policy directions and priorities. The annual agreements support the delivery of, or substantial progress towards the key shared objectives of quality and safety, good governance and leadership, access and timeliness, and financial sustainability.

Read the 2018-19 Agreement between the Minister for Health and Barwon Health.