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State of the Older Nation

‘Rich boomer’ stereotype needs to go as new research shows 1 in 4 older Australians living in poverty

The stereotype of older Australians as uniformly wealthy is not just wrong – it’s fuelling ageism that hurts people of all ages, new research shows.
The 2025 State of the Older Nation report released today reveals that while many older Australians report feeling more positive about their own lives, the data reveals a starkly uneven reality.

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4th February, 2026
Other

Watch: 2024 Year in Review

Watch the video – 2024 Year in Review. Patricia Sparrow, CEO of COTA Australia, speaks briefly to supporters and older Australians about the highlights and achievements of 2024 as COTA …

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31st December, 2024
Aged Care

Aged Care Navigators

The Aged Care Navigators Trial ended on 31 December 2022.

As part of the Aged Care Navigation Trail, COTA Australia created a number of resources to inform and assist Care Finders in their work.

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24th May, 2024
Other

Aged Care Reform

COTA Australia is a very active participant in the ongoing reform of aged care, providing leadership on reform related issues with government, industry stakeholders and older Australians and their families.

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16th April, 2024
Health

Skipping the Dentist

Given the broader health and welling implications, especially for older people, we are asking the Federal Government to take urgent steps to introduce a Seniors Dental Benefit Scheme – a scheme recommended by the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety for all residents of nursing homes,

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10th April, 2024