Australia News

Bupa Asia Pacific (APAC) today announced that Kerryn O’Brien, Chief Risk Officer, will be leaving the business at the end of 2023.

Bupa Asia Pacific (APAC) today announced that all its locations across Australia, New Zealand and Hong Kong are now supplied by 100% renewable electricity, including its entire 2023 electricity usage.

Six start-ups from Australia and New Zealand have received funding from Bupa to develop pilot solutions that positively impact the environment and people’s health through its Eco-Disruptive program.

This Remembrance Day, we hear from former Australian Defence Force personnel who are now Bupa team members.

Tens of thousands of primary school students have found invaluable support through Kids Helpline @ School, and the future now looks brighter for Australia’s students, with new funding promising to extend this essential service to high schools …

From gift cards to restaurants to eStores, how Bupa members have saved $1.5 million using our rewards and recognition program Life Rewards.

By Cathy Ho, Internal Communications Manager, Bupa Hong Kong.

Gap-free dental fillings will be available for eligible Bupa health insurance members at Bupa Dental clinics in a new cost of living initiative.

By Melanie Jones, Healthcare Program Analyst, Bupa.

A new hi-tech heart health program has seen a 50% drop in hospital readmissions.

By Rebecca Ting, Property Integrations Project Manager, Bupa Asia Pacific.

Investing time and money in mental health across the workplace is not just about return on investment, it’s simply the right thing to do. Bupa’s General Manager of Wellbeing and Safety, Chanel Nesci, writes that workplaces have a legal and moral …

We've unveiled our new Masterbrand, Healthcaring and Bupa's Head of Brand Alexandra Silk says it's more than a tag line. 

Amateur wheelchair marathoner, Sharnie Digby, is currently working her way through five marathons in five months. As official health insurance partner of the Nike Melbourne Marathon, we caught up with Sharnie to find out how she got into the sport …

Bupa Pet Insurance has today unleashed its most popular pet dog names of the past year and while classic names rank the highest, some pet parents are looking to designer fashion labels, Hollywood, food and even their favourite tipple for

Bupa today announced that Glenn Thompson, Bupa Managing Director Health Services, has made the decision to leave Bupa and will be finishing in the role on Friday 27 October.

By Stratos Kouvrakis, Bupa APAC, Technical Support Manager.

With 2023 research suggesting 66 per cent of people susceptible to heart disease are unaware they are at risk, new optometry technology is breaking ground in the detection of potential heart issues through the power of Artificial Intelligence

By Karen Wang, Strategy Manager, Bupa APAC Strategy & Transformation.

Bupa has today announced a cashback top-up of $75 million, taking the amount that will be returned to eligible members to $395 million, with many receiving it ahead of Christmas.

By Roger Sharp, Bupa APAC Chief Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Officer.

Discover how running can become part of your life, how to make it a habit and get the most out of every run.

With dental practices around Australia aiming to attract new, high-performing talent, Bupa Dental Care is looking to inspire the next generation of dentists by giving them the opportunity to learn from and work with some of the nation’s most …

By Jessie Beddis, Village Manager, Bupa New Zealand.

Two in three young Australians aged 18-39 have sought mental health assistance in a 12-month period, with one in four accessing multiple services, a national study has revealed.

Bupa has launched its Healthy Cities program in Australia and New Zealand, with Bupa employees walking and moving throughout the month of September to unlock $1 million in funding to help promote biodiversity and restore the

Bupa today announced Bryan Mogridge ONZM is to retire as Bupa ANZ Chairman at the end of 2023, with current ANZ Board Director Tony Johnson to become Chairman from 1 January 2024.

With new research suggesting 58 per cent of people feel their health is being compromised by poor air quality, Australians are being given the opportunity to bring biodiversity into their lives with bite-sized Nature Blocks as part of a new …

Bupa and Healthscope have renewed their hospital agreement which will help limit out of pocket costs while focusing on patient care and experience.

More than half of all Australian adults put off going to the dentist last year. We look at the positive impact that regular dental check-ups can have on your health.

Australians skipping regular check-ups are costing the health system $2.3 billion while also adding soaring numbers of potentially avoidable hospital admissions.

Many Australians are shifting their drinking habits, in favour of a healthier lifestyle and younger people are leading the charge.

Technology and virtual consultations are helping international students and visitors get the medical support they need, while easing pressure on our health system.

Bupa has unveiled new First Nations designed uniforms for staff at its Cairns and Mt Sheridan aged care homes.

We're looking for innovative start-ups across Australia, New Zealand and Hong Kong to join us in the 2023 eco-Disruptive program that looks to improve the health of our people and our planet.

It’s 1978. Malcolm Fraser is Australia’s PM, "You're the One that I Want” by Olivia Newton John and John Travolta was the number one song in the country and Maria Alati started working at Bupa. A lot has happened in those 45 years, but one thing is …

 For Elder Helen, NAIDOC week is about sharing stories with younger people and an opportunity to learn more about her own heritage.

Bupa has expanded its partnership with Cassava Bags Australia in a pilot that will see the health and care company start to move away from utilising a range of single-use plastics across its national network of Health Insurance stores, dental …

As Australia settles into a cool, wet winter, research suggests the majority of Australians may be squinting, blinking or wiping away tears with cool weather and strong winds drying out eyes, causing discomfort and as per a study published …

By Natalie Blair, Head of Finance Planning & Analysis at Bupa.