04/08/2026
Many people think tuberculosis is a disease of the past. It isn't.
In fact, tuberculosis is the world's deadliest infectious disease, claiming around 1.2 million lives every year and affecting more than 10 million people annually.
Our own Indo-Pacific region carries a significant share of the global burden, but it is also home to extraordinary stories of leadership, innovation and resilience.
Ending TB isn't just about medicine - it's about people, partnership and choosing to invest in a healthier future.
On 19 August, we'll bring together First Nations leaders, regional experts and public health specialists at Parliament House to explore what Australia can learn from the communities leading the fight against TB.
A world free from tuberculosis is possible - but only if we choose to make it a priority.