Policy & Reform

Reforms could put poorer older Australians at risk

Uniting NSW.ACT has flagged a worrying trend in which providers will “cherry-pick” residents based on wealth and is calling on…

ARIIA accelerator grants recipients announced

From wearable tech, AI-powered end-of-life assessments, and new approaches to culturally informed care, the 2025 ARIIA Accelerator Grant recipients are…

ACQSC cuts minimum liquidity standard

Public consultation has resulted in the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission announcing changes to the proposed minimum liquidity standard…

Palliative care gets $3m funding boost

Vulnerable patients in south western Sydney will receive a $3 million boost from the Minns government for end-of-life care -…

Gen X women bear the brunt of ‘caring’

The “Sandwich Generation” are those who are caring for their own kids as well as their elderly or sick parents, often…

OTs vital to effective in-home care

The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has frozen NDIS payments for OT services for the sixth year in a row.…

Still too many young people in residential aged care

More than 1000 young people remain in nursing homes across the country, after the federal government did not meet its…

Qld, NSW and ACT release budget for 2025-26

Three new hospitals in Qld, $12.4bn on infrastructure for NSW, and a new levy in the ACT. See what your…

The 2025 expert guide to better care

With the new Aged Care Act on the horizon, we talk to experts about how it will deliver better care…

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…

Older people continue to die waiting for care

Margaret Poulter’s late husband, Tony, had been assessed as eligible for a home care package a year before he died…

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…

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…

Aged care sector reacts to reform delay

Providers welcome “much-needed breathing space”, while peak bodies are urging government not to defer the release of thousands of additional…

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…

Qld’s older people neglected, isolated and drained of finances – Inquiry

Queensland’s elderly residents are suffering psychological and financial abuse and manipulation – often at the hands of close family members…

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…

Health wins big in Victorian state budget

The Victorian state government has released what is is calling a “responsible budget focused on what matters most,” including $11.1bn…

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; “serious problems will continue…

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.

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…

Labor, Coalition and Greens healthcare policies compared

Labor has called Saturday's federal election a “referendum on Medicare”, with mental health, cheaper medicines, accessible dental and Urgent Care…

Providers issue statement slamming “broken” Support at Home program

With the new Aged Care Act deadline of July 1 fast approaching, providers and peak bodies alike are making their…

Coalition matches govt’s $100m pledge to fund 200 regional medical students

Regional and rural Australia’s doctor shortage is being targeted as an election issue by the Coalition, which is promising to…

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…