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Striving for a sustainable and robust aged care sector – The waste and unfairness of lost super in means testing
Australia’s aged care sector faces rising costs and record demand, yet billions in lost super remain unaccounted for. With $166 million in unclaimed super already identified, recognising true financial capacity in means testing is vital to ensure sustainable, fair funding for residents, providers and taxpayers.
Increased risk of non-compliance under New Aged Care Act – Implications for providers and insurers
With more than 2.3 million Australians over 70 expected in the next two decades, providers face unprecedented challenges. How prepared are you for the heightened compliance and liability under the new act? Learn about potential insurance implications and what you can do.
Private, public or not-for-profit? Study uncovers the impact of ownership on aged care outcomes
A newly released study reveals how for-profit, not-for-profit and government providers compare when it comes to quality of care.
As the cost of living bites- Rate hikes for nurses can’t come soon enough
Grocery bills, electricity and daily essentials have soared. The new Award wage increase offers some relief – but frontline workers say it barely scratches the surface.
Aged care reforms spark concerns over access for low-income Australians
The Aged Care Act rules mean that the average resident will pay more, but the $69.79 daily supplement for low-income elderly could see them sidelined in favour of those who can afford the $470,000 deposits.
Why the delay of Australia’s Aged Care Act matters: Balancing regulation and resilience
The postponement of Australia’s Aged Care Act offers time to refine reforms but risks prolonged uncertainty for providers and care recipients. UARC’s latest report highlights the need for sustainable, risk-proportionate standards.
Reimagine, redefine, reform: Leveraging the Aged Care Act postponement
With the Aged Care Act now postponed to 1 November 2025, aged care providers have a critical opportunity to rethink systems, boost compliance, and build a future-ready care model. Lorraine Poulos & Associates offers expert support to help you lead reform with confidence.
Financial recovery? 7-in-10 aged care providers now operating at a profit
The aged care sector has shown notable financial improvement, with new government data revealing that 71.5% of residential aged care providers reported a profit in the second quarter of 2024-25.
Aged care pay rise helps Aussie wage growth despite productivity concerns
Australian wages are on the rise, buoyed by the latest instalment of aged care pay rises in March, which should see the Reserve Bank of Australia cut the cash rate this week.
Underfunded care management risks Support at Home quality
Australia’s aged care sector is once again under pressure from within as the very reforms intended to strengthen it pose an unnecessary risk.
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