Industry & Reform
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Jun- 2025 -19 June
SA demands Canberra fix aged-care blockages
The South Australian government has announced its plan to allocate 55 new hospital beds to older people transitioning to aged…
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19 June
Older people continue to die waiting for care
Margaret Poulterâs late husband, Tony, had been assessed as eligible for a home care package a year before he died…
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12 June
Tailored programs key to restorative care success
Short-term specialist reablement intervention is effective at improving the capability and quality of life of older adults experiencing functional decline…
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5 June
Aged Care Act deferred to Nov 1
Following advice from the sector, the Albanese government will recommend the Governor-General defer the commencement of the new Aged Care…
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5 June
Aged care sector reacts to reform delay
Providers welcome âmuch-needed breathing spaceâ, while peak bodies are urging government not to defer the release of thousands of additional…
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2 June
Coalition reunites; new shadow ministry, Anne Ruston to retain aged care
The Liberals and Nationals have reunited under a new Coalition agreement, just a week after Nationals leader David Littleproud announced…
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May- 2025 -29 May
Qld’s older people neglected, isolated and drained of finances â Inquiry
Queenslandâs elderly residents are suffering psychological and financial abuse and manipulation â often at the hands of close family members…
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22 May
Two new leaders and a political divorce rock Australian politics
The weeks following the federal election have been tumultuous to say the least, with Labor's landslide win triggering an onslaught…
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22 May
Health wins big in Victorian state budget
The Victorian state government has released what is is calling a âresponsible budget focused on what matters most.â Treasurer Jaclyn…
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19 May
Major review of NSW healthcare funding damning of aged care bed shortage
A special inquiry into NSW public healthcare system funding has delivered a stark warning to politicians; âserious problems will continue…
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15 May
PM relegates aged care to outer ministry; Anika Wells moves on
All you need to know about the new minister and this week's parliamentary shake up.
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8 May
With the election behind them, will Labor shift focus to aged care?
After passing historic aged care legislation in November, the Albanese government swiftly shifted into election mode, opting for a more…
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1 May
Labor, Coalition and Greens healthcare policies compared
Labor has called Saturday's federal election a âreferendum on Medicareâ, with mental health, cheaper medicines, accessible dental and Urgent Care…
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1 May
Providers issue statement slamming âbrokenâ Support at Home program
With the new Aged Care Act deadline of July 1 fast approaching, providers and peak bodies alike are making their…
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Apr- 2025 -28 April
Coalition matches govt’s $100m pledge to fund 200 regional medical students
Regional and rural Australiaâs doctor shortage is being targeted as an election issue by the Coalition, which is promising to…
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24 April
Pollies debate the future of healthcare as election race heats up
As the countdown to May 3's federal election ticks over, the future of Australian healthcare continues to take centre stage…
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14 April
Labor pledges $60m for aged care in the NT
Upgraded mental health care facilities and funds for a new residential care home will form the centrepiece of Laborâs grand…
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14 April
Big changes are planned for aged care in 2025. But youâd never know from the major parties
There has been little new in pre-election promises for Australiaâs aged-care workers, providers or the 1.3 million people who use…
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10 April
MyMedicare promises better health care. But only 1 in 10 patients has signed up
MyMedicare is a scheme that encourages patients to register with a regular GP practice to improve their health. But few…
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7 April
Fair Work targets aged care providers
A number of Australian aged care providers are being investigated to ensure staff are receiving the correct pay and entitlements.…
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3 April
âFailure is not an optionâ â Ageing Australia calls on all parties to urgently prioritise aged care
Australia's aged care peak body has made a call to the major parties ahead of the upcoming federal election, demanding…
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Mar- 2025 -31 March
Australia will vote on May 3, could this be a turning point for healthcare?
The nation will head to the polls on May 3 to decide on the next Prime Minister of Australia, in…
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27 March
Federal Budget: $2.6bn for wages and $291.6m for aged care not good enough says opposition
On Tuesday night, Treasurer Jim Chalmers delivered his fourth federal budget, which, as expected, focuses heavily on the delivery of…
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27 March
âShould not be rushedâ: Peaks express post-budget concerns for reform rollout
As the deadline for the new Aged Care Act is drawing ever closer, providers are under increasing pressure to adapt.…
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24 March
âBreaking pointâ: Peak psychiatry body warns of âgrowing cracksâ in mental health system
Vulnerable Australians are at risk of falling through âgrowing cracksâ in the mental health system as the countryâs peak psychiatry…