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Healthcare carried Australia’s jobs boom. Now growth has slowed
New data from Indeed Australia’s Senior Economist Callam Pickering shows healthcare and social assistance drove more than a quarter of Australia’s job growth over five years, but momentum slowed sharply in 2025. What it means for aged care leaders in 2026.
Locked out by the algorithm: Why AI recruitment may be failing aged care
AI is reshaping recruitment across aged care, promising faster hiring and lower costs. But emerging evidence suggests automated hiring systems may be entrenching bias, excluding older workers, people with non-linear careers and diverse backgrounds.
Teens have much to give in Australia’s aged care future – working towards a robust intergenerational sector
Teens must be seen as a robust resource solution in the aged care worker crunch to come. Already bringing vital energy and perspectives, provider leadership who have hired teens speak of the need to shift recruitment policy to attract and retain this demographic.
More disadvantaged job seekers finding opportunity in care work
A new Work Watch report from Workskil Australia shows rising employment for disadvantaged job seekers, with care and nursing roles leading the way. CEO Nicole Dwyer says targeted training is helping people rebuild their lives and strengthen the care workforce.
The tightrope of compliance and funding models – QLD’s BlueCare predicted to cut 60% of ENs across 21 aged care facilities
Queensland provider BlueCare has announced plans to cut a large portion of its enrolled nurse workforce, citing new care minute regulations and funding models. Unions warn the decision could compromise resident care, while families express concern about continuity and communication. The case highlights the unintended consequences of regulatory change colliding with financial pressures in aged care.
Albanese Government commits $21.5 million to boost aged care workforce skills
The Albanese Government is investing $21.5M in aged care scholarships to upskill nurses and workers. Over 1,000 scholarships are available, with dedicated places for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workers.
Aged care workforce gaps widen across regional Australia
New ABS figures show Australia’s over-85 population will more than double in 25 years, putting regional aged care under severe strain. With sector leaders warning facilities are already cutting capacity due to staff shortages, the workforce cliff is no longer a future problem — it is happening now.
New documentary ‘Careless’ probes the impact of privatisation on Australian aged care
Careless, a powerful new documentary by Sue Thomson, exposes the harsh realities of Australia’s privatised aged care system, where profits often come before people. Click the link below to watch the trailer
Death at work: supporting the navigation of grief for employees
In aged care, death is ever-present — yet grief often goes unspoken. Creating space for staff to process loss can strengthen teams and improve care.
Calvary and Scalabrini recognised amongst Australia’s top employers
Two aged care providers have been recognised as the best places to work in Australia, with Calvary Health Care and Scalabrini Communities receiving major awards highlighting their hard work and employee commitment.
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