Industry News

The US aged care sector is struggling with lost staff and limited visa options. Australia relies just as heavily on foreign workers—so why aren’t we talking about our own risk?

Is Mable up for sale? The care platform refutes claims of a $1 billion valuation, saying it’s exploring capital for growth, not a sale. With 25M hours of support delivered, Mable eyes a tech-driven future.

Regional aged care providers face soaring costs, staff shortages & endless admin in NSW’s vast Murrumbidgee. A new co-operative is set to ease the burden, helping small facilities stay open & care for our elderly.

Rosters under fire: ANMF takes Bupa to Fair Work. With reduced shift hours and less weekend cover, staff and unions fear resident care will suffer.

Australia’s new minimum wage of $24.10 an hour takes effect from 1 July 2025, but aged care and disability providers need to know who’s covered and who isn’t. Understand what this wage rise means for non-clinical care staff, EBAs, and compliance, plus why clear communication and award reviews matter more than ever.

Hundreds of aged care homes are still managing active COVID-19 outbreaks. The latest data reveals booster gaps, workforce strain and what leaders need to prioritise next.

Home care providers are “operating in the dark” without final rules for the Aged Care Act. The lack of government webinars and Q&As leaves 27.33% of providers waiting for clarity before planning. As the November 2025 Support at Home deadline nears, anxiety grows.

My Aged Care’s updated portal ensures transparency in room pricing. Providers get expiry notifications for RAD approvals to keep listings active.

Mercy Health’s proposal for a new senior living facility in Melbourne’s historic Abbotsford Convent precinct has drawn community concern, highlighting the broader challenges aged care providers face when building new facilities.

At this year’s National Retirement Living Summit in Brisbane, Hello Leaders hit the floor to speak with those at the coalface of change.