Podcasts
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Passing of first reform bill is just one step in the right direction: podcast
Just shy of 11 weeks in office, the Albanese government's first piece of legislation to pass both houses of parliament…
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It’s a privilege to age, but you don’t have to become old: podcast
While you can't stop birthdays from happening, you only grow old when you stop learning, Healthy Ageing Professor Laurie Buys…
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‘Grief demands to be felt’ – using poetry to support grieving older people: podcast
The National Ageing Research Institute event 'The Poetry of Grief: An original performance where music, poetry, and research meet,' aspires…
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Study reveals why politicians enjoy a longer, healthier life: podcast
While Australia's ageing population is rapidly growing in number, new research suggests politicians have found the key to longevity as…
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‘There’s no one magic bullet’: Aged Care Minister speaks about sector in crisis
As the short-staffed aged care sector braces itself for the impending Covid peak, the government has released new measures to…
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Winning the race to secure overseas aged care workers: podcast
Australia needs to up its game in attracting overseas aged care workers to plug staffing gaps before competition with countries…
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Call for emergency funding as providers reach fiscal cliff: podcast
Experts are calling for emergency government funding to prevent more aged care homes from going under. StewartBrown's latest March 2022…
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‘Keep our Elders connected’ through art centres: podcast
A new film featuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-led art centres celebrates the vital role of Elders in transferring…
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Rethinking architecture for active ageing: podcast
Front view of The Grace. A new independent living project may become the new standard for aged care living in…
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‘It’s time for action’ – union’s response to CEDA’s worrying report: podcast
With nearly 65,000 aged care workers leaving the sector each year there are dire concerns for the future wellbeing of…
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One in three older Australians hesitant about retirement: podcast
Australians over 55 are feeling insecure about their financial future and might hold off planning their retirement, a new report…
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Fighting age discrimination at work: podcast
One in five older Australians are experiencing age discrimination in the workplace affecting their mental health and creating serious obstacles…
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Painting centenarians to fight ageism: podcast
Olivia Daniel and her painting of 100- year-old Helene. Fifteen-year-old Olivia Daniel likes to paint and sculpt. She used her…
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Call for more humane media portrayal of older people: podcast
Older people are being portrayed as being in ill-health, victims, or being a burden on society in the Australian media,…
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The case for an individual approach to preventing falls: podcast
Older people in aged care homes are twice as likely to have a fall than people living in the community.…
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Aged care advocate reflects on loss and grief: podcast
Sarah Holland-Batt's latest book The Jaguar contains an intimate collection of poems about the decline of her father and the…
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‘Akin to a hotel’ – one resident’s experience of life in an aged care home: podcast
Alwyn Gordon has found that she doesn't mind living in residential aged care. After a stroke, Alwyn was told she…
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Report shows half of Australian aged care homes are losing money: what can be done? – podcast
Aged care homes continue to run at a financial loss despite raised home care packages and federal funding. According to…
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The ’empowering’ choice of deciding when to die – Podcast
Fifteen older people in a recent study said being in charge of when they die is "empowering". The qualitative survey from…
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The crucial role of social networks for older people’s wellbeing – Podcast
Older people struggling with their mental health during COVID-19 did not seek support due to technology barriers and health fears,…
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‘New ventures’: Ian Yates steps down as COTA’s chief – podcast
After three decades of advocating for aged care, Ian Yates has announced he will step down as chief executive of…
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New psychotropic guidelines in aged care launched to combat over-prescription – Podcast
A new guideline has been released this week to help inform the aged care sector about the appropriate use of…
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‘Historic day’ for aged care: Sean Rooney on the new aged care peak body – Podcast
After many years of waiting, peak bodies LASA and ACSA have announced they will join forces as the new Aged…
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A book about life: healthy ageing in a challenging society – podcast
The aged care system remains a heated topic as the pandemic, the upcoming election and the Royal Commission's report continue…
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‘It’s about empowerment’: Maggie Beer launches online masterclass
Aged care chefs and cooks will learn how to create tasty pureed meals, design a culturally inclusive menu, and learn…
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