The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC), in partnership with the Australian Digital Health Agency (ADHA), have released an updated My Health Record System Security and Access Policy template to assist healthcare provider organisations with meeting their obligations under the revised My Health Record Rules 2026.
From 1 October 2026, all healthcare provider organisations registered with My Health Record System must comply with the MHR System Security and Access Policy requirements set out in rules 21 and 43 of My Health Record Rules 2026. These requirements replace security and access policy requirements previously set out in rule 42 of My Health Records Rules 2016.
The My Health Record Regulations 2026 and Rules 2026 commenced on 1 April 2026, updating and simplifying requirements for providers while maintaining existing privacy and security protections and enhancing user access governance, training requirements and risk controls.
All organisations accessing My Health Record must maintain:
The following information developed by the Australian Digital Health Agency can assist organisations in updating their policy in accordance with the new requirements:
My Health Record participation obligations (download the ADHA template)
Fact Sheet Revised Security and Access Policy Requirements for Healthcare Provider Organisations
My Health Record: Organisation Registration Check List
My Health Record for Healthcare Providers Education and Resources
For additional information please contact CESPHN digital health team on digitalhealth@cesphn.com.au
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