Understanding the New Aged Care Act and What It Means for Older Australians From 1 November, Australia’s aged care system enters a significant new phase with the introduction of the New Aged Care Act. This legislation represents one of the most substantial reforms in...

A Major Shift in Australia’s Home Care Landscape Australia’s aged care system is undergoing another significant structural transition. The long-standing Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) will progressively transition into the new Support at Home program —...

A System Promising Change — But Delivering Pressure? Australia’s aged care system is undergoing one of the most significant legislative reforms in decades. The new Aged Care Act was introduced with the promise of a rights-based framework, improved accountability, and...

The Role of OPAN in Highlighting System Gaps The Older Persons Advocacy Network represents the voices of older Australians across the country. Its CEO, Craig Gear, has consistently emphasised that reform must protect dignity, fairness and accessibility. Recent...

A New Assessment System Facing Tough Questions Australia’s aged care reforms continue to evolve — but with reform comes scrutiny. During a Senate Estimates session led by Shadow Aged Care Minister Anne Ruston, serious questions were raised about the performance of the...

A Turning Point for Community-Based Aged Care Australia’s aged care system is once again entering a period of significant reform. As policymakers prepare to integrate the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) into the new Support at Home (SaH) program, important...

Introduction: When Support Comes Too Late For older Australians who need help at home, time is not a minor detail — it is everything. When someone experiences a fall, declining mobility, worsening dementia, or increasing frailty, support cannot wait indefinitely....

Introduction: When Growing Older Means Being Overlooked Australia prides itself on fairness, opportunity, and respect. Yet for many older Australians, ageing can bring not only wisdom and experience — but also invisibility. Ageism is not always obvious. It may appear...

Introduction: The Hidden Complexity Behind Everyday Equipment For many older Australians, the ability to remain living safely at home depends on something seemingly simple: the right equipment at the right time. A shower chair can prevent a fall.A ramp can restore...