Accessible Abortion Care NSW

Accessible Abortion Care NSW

Right now, too many women in NSW face unnecessary barriers to abortion care—struggling to find a provider, dealing with high costs, or traveling long distances, especially in regional areas. A recent University of Sydney study found that out of 220 public hospitals in NSW only 3 provide abortion services. This isn’t good enough.

We need a compassionate healthcare system that ensures everyone can access the care they need—no matter where they live or what they earn. Abortion must be not just legal and safe, but accessible.

The NSW Legislative Council is currently considering the Abortion Law Reform ...

Right now, too many women in NSW face unnecessary barriers to abortion care—struggling to find a provider, dealing with high costs, or traveling long distances, especially in regional areas. A recent University of Sydney study found that out of 220 public hospitals in NSW only 3 provide abortion services. This isn’t good enough.

We need a compassionate healthcare system that ensures everyone can access the care they need—no matter where they live or what they earn. Abortion must be not just legal and safe, but accessible.

The NSW Legislative Council is currently considering the Abortion Law Reform Amendment (Healthcare Access) Bill 2025. The ALP and Coalition members will have a conscience vote on this issue making it difficult to predict if the bill will pass.  If passed, this bill will break down barriers to  abortion care access  by:

  • Expanding the range of providers – allowing trained Nurse Practitioners and Endorsed Midwives to provide medical abortion care. This brings NSW in line with Queensland, WA, and the ACT.

  • Improving access around the state – requiring the Minister for Health to ensure abortion services are within reasonable distance for all residents and to make information about services publicly available.

  • Strengthening patient rights – requiring doctors and healthcare practitioners who refuse to provide abortion care due to their personal religious beliefs to inform the patient and refer them to a provider who can help.

These reforms will make abortion care safer, fairer, and more accessible in NSW.

Please email members of the Upper House to show your support for this bill. A personalised message is even more powerful.


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