Industry News

The ongoing inquiry into the Government’s reliance on external consulting firms has resulted in the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commissioner, Janet Anderson, confirming reports were rejected.

The Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) has released its third annual report covering the key issues raised in its National Aged Care Advocacy Program (NACAP) and highlighting recommendations for aged care providers to address.

The sixth and final round of Aged Care Research and Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA) Grants Program projects have been announced, fast-tracking the rollout of 12 exciting research projects.

Last week, aged care leaders gathered for the ACCPA National Conference in Adelaide. Among the highlights was a conversation where members of the Aged Care Taskforce gathered to share insights ahead of their interim report.

A group of Australian researchers are looking at ways to improve workers’ compensation, partnering with injured workers and industry experts to better understand how the system can be fixed.

There are widespread concerns across the industry regarding the treatment of ENs and how their contribution to aged care is recognised by the Government.

Hello leaders sat down with Royal Freemasons’ Benevolent Institution’s Deputy CEO and Chief Financial Officer, James Shaw, to discuss the root causes of Australia’s healthcare staff shortage, tracing its origins back to the COVID-19 pandemic, and explored the measures being taken to address this pressing issue.

The aged care sector is currently at its most divisive state. With pay gaps and a bone‑tired workforce, there are several cracks in the field that need our attention. But how did we get here? How has looking after our own older citizens become such a difficult task?

The Federal Government has released its ten-year National Mental Health Workforce Strategy to strengthen Australia’s mental health workforce, with integration with aged care as the focus point.

The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) has revealed high levels of workplace harassment and bullying are taking place across countless industries, including aged care.