The Albanese Government is delivering a record amount of funding for Arthritis by establishing a new Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Conditions Research Mission.

We will invest $100 million over 10 years to deliver the Mission that will boost research into arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions.

The Mission will be established through the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) and will bring together key researchers, health professionals, industry partners and patients to improve prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the debilitating condition.

More than 7 million Australians are living with Arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions. They are complex, lifelong diseases which can strike at any age.

The new research mission is part of the Albanese Government’s record investments to transform health and medical research in Australia.

It will be funded through the 26-27 Budget commitment to spend $508.5 million over four years to increase MRFF investments from $650 million to $1 billion a year by 2030-31.

Quotes attributable to the Prime Minister

“For millions of Australians, living with Arthritis isn’t just an ache or pain, it affects their ability to work, to stay active and to enjoy everyday life.

“My Government’s $100 million investment will be a gamechanger for Australians living with Arthritis.

“It will back Australian researchers to develop better treatments, improve diagnosis and help find the breakthroughs patients have been waiting for.

“My Government is investing in medical research because it is an investment that changes lives and strengthens our nation’s health.”

Quotes attributable to Minister Butler 

“Our Government’s investments in health and medical research are about improving the lives of Australians.

“We have world class researchers in Australia whose ideas could transform health outcomes for future generations.

“This mission is another way our Government is boosting research to deliver innovative, equitable health outcomes.”

Quotes attributable to Arthritis Australia CEO Louise Hardy

"This is a truly historic day for our community. The announcement of a gives hope to millions of Australians of all ages living with the pain of arthritis.

“We are deeply grateful to the Albanese Government for listening to our community and making this commitment.

“This Mission will drive the research breakthroughs we so urgently need — from earlier diagnosis, improved treatments, to the hope of cures.”