AUSTRALIA | COTA said it looked forward to working with the recently appointed ministers of the Albanese cabinet, especially within aged care portfolios.
COTA Australia has welcomed the appointment of the Albanese Government’s new cabinet ministry, including those responsible for key areas such as health and ageing, aged care and seniors, employment, housing, social services, financial services and women.
Chief Executive Officer of COTA Australia Patricia Sparrow said she looked forward to working with the Ministers, and the Federal Government as a whole, to ensure the delivery of meaningful action on key issues impacting older people.
“We’re hopeful the re-elected Albanese Government will be one that governs for people of all ages and one willing to work collaboratively with people of all generations to achieve the change we need to see,” said Sparrow.
“Addressing the key challenges facing older people today is not just about supporting the current generation of older people but ensuring that future generations don’t face the same issues. It’s about building a fairer, stronger future for every generation.”
Sparrow added that the new Federal Government’s cabinet ministry was filled with MPS who COTA know are passionate about improving the lives of older Australians, and indeed Australians of all ages.
“We look forward to continuing our collaborative work with all of the returning Ministers, including Mark Butler in this Health and Ageing portfolio, and to further growing our relationships with those entering the ministry for the first time such as Sam Rae who we are certain will play a pivotal role in the important role of Minister for Aged Care and Seniors.”
Sparrow reaffirmed the commitment of COTA to working constructively with the Government to strengthen aged care, with key reforms commencing on 1 July, and said it truly respects people’s dignity and choices, starting with the right to age well at home.
“We also warmly welcome Tanya Plibersek as the new Minister for Social Services and Dr Daniel Mulino as the Minister for Financial Services and Assistant Treasurer, both incredibly key roles that are vital to shaping policies that promotes fairness, economic stability and the wellbeing of all Australians,” she added.
“We’re looking forward to working with the Ministers, and the Parliament as a whole, on other key issues that remain critical priorities for older people such as addressing affordable dental care, rent relief, income support, cost-of-living relief, action on ageism, and housing options for older women at risk of homelessness.”
“Older Australians are hopeful this next term will deliver a government that governs for all ages, recognising both the shared and specific challenges facing older and younger Australians alike.”
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