Aged Care Act 2024

‘They weren’t ready:’ Minister defends HCP delays

Senator David Pocock is once again increasing the pressure on the Albanese government in his demand for more Home Care…

Aged Care Rules final draft released

The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has released the finale draft of new Aged Care Rules that will guide…

Greens to chair aged care delay inquiry

Labor’s decision to delay the commencement of its “once in a generation” aged care reform, from July 1 to November…

Labor stands by delay to 20k packages

The Albanese government has said it will not release any extra home care packages before the commencement of the new…

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…

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…

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…

Planning for upcoming aged care act changes

With the government affording providers extra time before the new Aged Care Act comes into forces, optimising processes and practices…

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…

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…

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…

Aged Care Bill finally passes Senate

Labor's Aged Care Bill 2024 has overcome yet another hurdle, with the Senate passing the landmark legislation on Thursday. Now,…

“Several shortcomings:” Inquiry proposes Aged Care Bill amendments

The Aged Care Bill 2024 (the bill) is one step closer to fruition as the Senate Inquiry Committee charged with…