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1. • Consumers
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   Art therapy a stroke of creativity

   You don’t have to be an expert in drawing or painting to reap the benefits of art therapy. Unleashing your inner Pi…
2. • Industry
   • Consumers
   • Research

   Research supports need for more home care packages

   Shorter waiting times for home care packages is associated with increased life expectancy and older people’s abilit…
3. • Consumers
   • Allied Health
   • Positive Ageing
   • Providers

   Benefits of private health insurance for seniors

   SPONSORED STORY - It’s no secret that looking after your health and wellbeing early in life increases your chances…

4. • Industry
   • Government

   New appointment to aged care Royal Commission

   A new Commissioner has been added to the upcoming Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety.
5. • Consumers
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   • Government
   • Providers
   • Workforce

   Call for providers to release staff ratios

   Aged care providers should be required to report staff-to-patient ratios on a quarterly basis, a Federal committee ha…
6. New Helping Hand CEO looks to build on solid foundations

   South Australian aged care service provider Helping Hand has announced the appointment of Chris Stewart as new Chief …

7. • Consumers
   • Positive Ageing
   • Research

   Strength exercises could help older adults get back on their feet

   Older adults who participate in strength training may have a better chance of being able to get up independently afte…
8. • Consumers
   • Industry
   • Government
   • Housing
   • Research

   Housing costs 'crippling' for senior Australians

   New research released this week from leading consumer and tenancy groups has shone the spotlight on difficulties face…
9. • Consumers
   • Industry
   • Caring & Carers
   • Providers
   • Research

   Consumer report shines light on residents’ experience
10. • Consumers
    • Positive Ageing

    Seniors 'crushing' stereotypes in new documentaries

    Picking up a tennis racquet at age nine, Margaret Fisher had no idea the sport, which has taken her around the world,…
11. • Industry
    • Leadership
    • Providers

    New ACH Group CEO excited about road ahead

    South Australian aged care provider ACH Group has announced the appointment of Frank Weits as its new Chief Executive…
12. • Consumers
    • Nutrition

    New dysphagia-friendly cookbook looks beyond the blender

    A cookbook full of recipes designed specifically for people who have difficulty swallowing is now just a click away.
13. • Consumers
    • Advice
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    • Positive Ageing
    • Products

    Advice on how to age gracefully with and without cosmetic surgery

    SPONSORED STORY - Ageing is a natural process that many Australians embrace, but for some the desire to look in the …
14. • Consumers
    • Industry
    • Home & Community
    • Housing
    • Technology

    National awards recognise innovation and excellence in retirement living

    A number of individuals and organisations have been recognised for their contribution and achievements across the ret…
15. • Consumers
    • Caring & Carers
    • Dementia
    • Home & Community
    • Mental Health

    Interactive dementia app encourages 'a better visit'

    A new app by Dementia Australia aims to assist people in connecting and communicating when visiting loved ones living…