Podcasts

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…

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…

‘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…

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…

‘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…

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…

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…

‘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…

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…

‘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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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.…

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…

‘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…

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…

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…

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,…

‘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…

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…

‘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…

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…

‘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…