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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.
DCA seeks insights to inform national survey on workplace neurodiversity data
A national survey to improve inclusion of neurodivergent workers is now open and aged care providers and workers are urged to take part.
Volunteering Australia CEO highlights the power of giving back to communities
As Australia marks National Volunteer Week (19-25 May), Mark Pearce, CEO of Volunteering Australia, has delivered a passionate call to action, encouraging the public to reflect on the vital role of volunteers in shaping stronger, more connected communities.
The emotional toll: Supporting staff in a changing aged care landscape
In the face of sweeping reforms, increasing community pressures, and a rising tide of psychological stress in the workforce, South Australian aged care leaders are highlighting the ways in which they have supported their workers.
Burnout in healthcare: Addressing rising mental health stress claims
The number of mental health stress claims in the healthcare and social assistance sector has more than doubled in the last decade, leaving the workforce severely burnt out.
Twin peaks: When seasonal stress hits aged care the hardest
Aged care workers across Australia are under the most pressure in the months of June and December according to new insights from SuperFriend.
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