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On Monday 27 July there will be a test of Australia’s new emergency alert system AusAlert. You do not have to do anything with the test alert. It is just confirming you will receive the alert in times of life-threatening events.
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.
COTA Australia welcomes the appointment of nine new members to the Aged Care Council of Elders, and notes the critical role the Council will play as Australia implements the new Aged Care Act and associated reforms.
Tonight’s Federal Budget will help deliver crucial cost of living relief for older Australians, including energy relief for all households and a tax cut for around 4.6million people over 50 years, but older Australians will need to see more from our politicians during the upcoming federal election.
Patricia Sparrow, CEO, COTA Australia wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday break.
MEDIA RELEASE – 14 MAY 2024 – The Federal Government’s 2024 Budget includes important cost of living measures which will help ease some of the pressure Australians, including older Australians, are currently feeling. COTA Australia – the leading advocacy organisation …
The Hon. Christopher Pyne has joined COTA Australia as our new independent Chair! Mr Pyne replaces outgoing independent chair, Jane Halton AO PSM. Mr Pyne, a former Federal Minister, including in health and ageing portfolios, has a long history of dedication to public welfare in his political life.