Thursday, August 13, 2026

The wait is over — Hello Leaders Mag has arrived

Welcome to edition 5 of Hello Leaders, a publication designed for those courageously navigating the complex, rewarding, and ever-evolving landscape of aged care leadership. 

Published on 20 May 2025 (Last updated on 22 May 2025)


Welcome to edition 5 of Hello Leaders, a publication designed for those courageously navigating the complex, rewarding, and ever-evolving landscape of aged care leadership. 

This issue arrives at a pivotal moment. With the July 2025 introduction of the new Aged Care Act on the horizon, aged care leaders are poised at the intersection of reform readiness and the relentless pursuit of quality care.

The regulatory shifts are significant, presenting us with tremendous opportunities. For providers ready to reimagine governance, culture, and operations, the future shines bright with promise. 

In this edition, we explore groundbreaking innovations such as Andromeda‘s AI companion robots alleviating loneliness, delve into the practical realities of new funding models like Support at Home, and highlight leadership behaviours that foster strong teams, from building trust to managing burnout.

We also confront the essential — yet often challenging — topics like intimacy, human rights, and emotional connection within residential settings. 

At Hello Leaders, our mission is to ask the tough questions, amplify the voices driving change, and challenge the status quo in aged care.

We created our print edition because there’s something truly powerful about print. A tangible magazine invites you to slow down, share stories, and engage more deeply — whether it’s passed between colleagues or placed on a coffee table for thoughtful reading. 

At the same time, we know that every choice matters. That’s why Hello Leaders is printed using sustainable practices, including recycled paper and eco-friendly production methods, to help reduce our environmental footprint while delivering content that inspires. 

To the leaders reading this: your courage, resilience, and commitment are shaping the future of care in Australia. Let this magazine serve as your companion on that journey — a resource brimming with insight, inspiration, and thoughtful provocation. 

Change is here. It’s time to lead, not just manage.



We’ve printed a limited run – once it’s gone, it’s gone. Pre-orders are already being delivered. Secure your copy now.

AUG 7 – 13, 2026

• inspector-general

New acting head, Kate Pope, confirmed for aged care’s independent oversight body

Marion Piper, Contributor Kate Pope PSM has taken over as acting Inspector-General of Aged Care, bringing 35 years of public sector experience to the role while government recruits a permanent appointee.

• aged care providers

Why retirement village resident experience now must extend beyond the village

Yvette Willison, Content Writer Retirement villages are evolving beyond lifestyle communities into key enablers of ageing in place. Through partnerships, resident feedback and early intervention, operators are helping older Australians navigate changing support needs while improving resident experience and long-term wellbeing.

• hospitality

The gap isn’t in the kitchen. It’s in the system around it.

Jakob Neeland, Contributor As the numbers behind the 2026 Aged Care Kitchen Pulse Survey come into sharper focus, Lindsey O’Grady says the sector is facing something bigger than a staffing or budget problem: a structural one.

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