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COTA Australia welcomes the announcement of the Coalition’s new Shadow Ministry and says improving the lives of older Australians must remain a priority across all portfolios – from aged care and health to housing, the economy and women’s policy.
Urgent action is needed to address the more than doubling in home-care package wait times for older Australians, COTA Australia says.
Patricia Sparrow talks about Aged Care Reforms, what older Australians are telling us about their Support at Home experiences and how COTA Australia is advocating for you or your loved ones.
The implementation of the new aged care reforms – including Support at Home – is, so far, falling short of its promises to older Australians, COTA Australia has warned.
An urgent overhaul of My Aged Care is needed, following the Inspector General’s report which shows it is still too hard to find, too hard to navigate, and too hard to access for many older Australians, COTA says.
On 1 November 2025, the new Aged Care Act came into effect. This Act introduces important changes to how aged care in Australia is delivered – with a focus on the rights and needs of older people. The reforms are significant and complex, and they may affect you or someone you care for.
The new Aged Care Act, taking effect on 1 November, represents an important step towards a system that finally recognises and upholds the rights of older Australians, COTA Australia says. …
COTA Australia has welcomed the appointment of Treasure Jennings as Aged Care Quality and Safety Complaints Commissioner, saying it is an important step to ensuring all older Australians get the …
COTA Australia welcomes the release of the Senate Community Affairs References Committee report into aged care service delivery – including recommendations to improve access to home care and support.
Big changes are coming to age care. To help people understand what’s changing, COTA Australia and the Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) are hosting community information sessions around Australia.
COTA Australia’s submission to the Senate Committee on the Aged Care and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 calls for targeted amendments to strengthen protections, transparency, and timely access to care for older Australians.
Share your experience with aged care delays. Whether you’re waiting, receiving or have stopped services, your story can help shine a light on the system and amplify the voice of older Australians in Parliament.