More than $2.1m backpay for aged care staff after payroll error
26 October, 2023The current and former staff of aged care services provider Calvary Administration have been backpaid more than $2.1 million, including interest and superannuation.
New course to tackle ageism in care settings
06 October, 2023Torrens University Australia is launching a new short course with an aim to tackle ageism in health and aged care settings.
Calls for urgent action as some homes run at half capacity
06 October, 2023Australia must urgently step up efforts to address the growing worker shortage as beds sit empty in homes despite long waiting lists, according to CEDA.
How to sponsor foreign talent into your facility
29 September, 2023 by Yin Chiew*When managing an aged care facility, having appropriately qualified and experienced staff is a must. But for many organisations, finding the right people has become extremely challenging in the face of Australia's skills shortages.
'Substance abuse' therapy could boost staff wellbeing
21 September, 2023A therapy commonly used to overcome addiction or substance abuse could help improve health and wellbeing of frontline aged care workers, according to a new study.
Applications open for ARIIA's free Innovator Training Program
18 August, 2023Aged Care Research and Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA) is inviting applications for the free Innovator Training Program (ITP).
Reimagining aged care roles — a new collaborative approach
04 August, 2023 by Michelle Church*, Chief Executive, St Basil’s SASt Basil's SA, in partnership with Griffith University, is developing a new 'staff matrix' that aims to create a more engaged and sustainable aged care workforce.
When caring is a lifelong passion
27 July, 2023Registered nurse Linda Van Zyl's interest in caring for others started at a young age and has continued well into adulthood.
Calvary and University of Canberra partner for training, research
07 July, 2023Calvary and the University of Canberra have partnered to provide future nurses, midwives and allied health professionals with practical, hands-on training in the workplace.
Whiddon appoints Dr Jennie Hewitt to positive ageing team
09 June, 2023Aged care provider Whiddon has announced that award-winning Dr Jennifer Hewitt has joined its team.
Migration MOU to address severe staff shortages
08 June, 2023In collaboration with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation and the Health Workers Union, TLC has secured a landmark Victorian Workforce Migration MOU that will support aged care workforce shortages.
Bernadette Gotch appointed as new KinCare CEO
01 June, 2023Gotch has more than 20 years of operations, business development and clinical experience in the healthcare sector.
Staffing crisis — what can employers do?
16 May, 2023 by Graeme Prior*It's no secret — filling aged care vacancies is the biggest challenge in aged care, not just nationally, but globally.
A passion for compassion
11 May, 2023From an intensive care nurse to a high-care unit coordinator at Ryman Healthcare's retirement village in Wheelers Hill, Victoria, Charnel Sandy-Hayes has had a long and rewarding career caring for others. Here she tells us why she loves her job and what inspires her to keep giving.
ACCPA launches new campaign to grow aged care workforce
05 May, 2023The Discovering Aged Care Careers campaign aims to address the workforce gap via a series of short videos showcasing three successful aged care professionals.
