Blind Low Vision NZ Highlights Inequality
Blind Low Vision NZ said new figures reveal inequities facing more than 183,000 New Zealanders affected by vision impairment. As cost-of-living pressures dominate headlines,…
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Top Honour for Murray Humphrey
AUSTRALIA | Murray Humphrey has been named the Learning & Development Manager of the Year, representing RetireAustralia on the national stage. RetireAustralia’s National Manager…
National Worker Registration Scheme Progresses
AUSTRALIA | The Government has progressed with a national worker registration scheme for aged care workers across the country. The Albanese Labor Government has…
Rural Generalist Medicine Recognised in Australia
AUSTRALIA | Palliative Care Australia (PCA) has welcomed the formal recognition of Rural Generalist Medicine as a medical specialty in Australia. Palliative Care Australia…
Increase for Diagnostic Testing
More diagnostic tests will be available through Health New Zealand, as the Government commits to faster answers for Kiwis. Health New Zealand will deliver…
Rules Finalised for Aged Care Reforms
The Australian Government has taken another significant step along the path of generational aged care reform, with the new Aged Care Rules now finalised. …
Leqembi Approved for use in Australia
AUSTRALIA | The Therapeutic Goods Administration has approved the use of Leqembi in Australia, a move welcomed by aged care providers. Dementia Australia has…
World Alzheimer’s Day Highlights Rehabilitation
Research published on World Alzheimer’s Day has revealed the importance of rehabilitation for people living with dementia. The World Alzheimer’s Report 2025, released yesterday…
Pharmac Savings “Pleasing”
Pharmac savings have been pleasing to see, according to the ministers responsible, especially enabling broader medicine access. Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Pharmac,…
Scam Victim Drop
Scam victim numbers are down, but losses are up. The Banking Ombudsman said the drop in scam cases has reflected bank action. The Banking…
St Bart’s Transformation
AUSTRALIA | St Bart’s in Perth announced it will expand its services to include more residents amid a major transformation for the facility. The…
Further Investment for Sector
AUSTRALIA | The Government’s further investment of AUD 300 million will provide seniors with a world-class aged care sector across the country. The Albanese…