National Dementia Action Plan released by govt
11 December, 2024In a bid to make Australian more dementia-inclusive, the federal government has released its National Dementia Action Plan 2024–2034.
Australian aged care reforms pass parliament
27 November, 2024Reforms to the aged care system will now push ahead, with the federal government's Aged Care Bill having passed through parliament.
Aged care needs time to implement vital reforms
31 October, 2024Realistic timelines are needed for historic aged care reform, according to the Aged and Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA).
Greater support at home: the journey to aged care reform
30 October, 2024 by Amy SteedOlder Australians increasingly want the freedom, support and choice to remain in the homes and communities they love.
New staffing quality indicators introduced
16 October, 2024Three new staffing quality indicators are being introduced by the federal government to aged care facilities.
Aged care homes fall short on mandatory minutes
10 October, 2024Despite increased funding, many aged care facilities are still not reaching the mandatory minutes of direct care, data shows.
Sector improving but more to be done: aged care data
27 September, 2024The latest Sector Performance Report for the April to June 2024 quarter has been released by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission.
Aged care workers to receive pay rises
25 September, 2024A further $3.8 billion is set to be invested in aged care by the federal government over the next four years.
New Aged Care Act welcomed by advocacy body
12 September, 2024An announcement that the bill for the new Aged Care Act will be introduced to parliament has been welcomed by advocacy groups.
Using software for safety compliance in residential care
04 September, 2024Many aged care providers rely on spreadsheets, notebooks and informal knowledge for their day-to-day operations.
Stop delaying action on aged care reform, advocates say
21 August, 2024A new rights-based Aged Care Act urgently needs to be introduced, according to advocacy groups.
Progress report released on Aged Care Royal Commission
06 August, 2024The 2024 Progress Report on the Implementation of the Recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety has been published.
Improving culturally safe care for ATSI Australians
10 July, 2024First Nations nurses who are interested in pursuing a career in aged care will now have free access to training courses.
Publication of new aged care data and digital strategy
04 July, 2024The Department of Health and Aged Care has published its Aged Care Data and Digital Strategy and Action Plan 2024–2029.
Low aged care COVID vaccination rates in the spotlight
27 June, 2024All residential aged care providers have been put on notice to ensure residents are able to access COVID-19 vaccinations.
