NZICC Lands Australasia’s Largest Medical Conferences
Two of Australasia’s largest association conferences are confirmed for 2026 at the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC). ANZCA ASM is an annual meeting…
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Ronan McNeill and his Passion for Dementia
University of Otago student Ronan McNeill has a passion for dementia research stemming from the mental decline of his family members. Despite preparing to…
Operators Face Long Road to Profitability
A profitability report has provided operators with a fair assessment of the current industry landscape in New Zealand. A Grant Thornton report on retirement…
Liquidity Standards Win
Ageing Australia said it was pleased that its advocacy has led to the lowering of proposed Liquidity Standards, which would have threatened to strangle…
Stronger Financial Future
AUSTRALIA | Authorities have outlined a stronger future for aged care in Australia, including new financial and prudential standards. The Aged Care Quality and…
Catherine Hall Calls on Government Action
Alzheimer’s NZ Chief Executive Catherine Hall said the government needed to act to provide better, humane support for dementia residents. Alzheimer’s NZ has demanded…
Cardiovascular and Diabetes Focus
AUSTRALIA | Diabetes and cardiovascular disease are the prime focus for the Australian Government following new investments in health. The Australian Government is investing…
Demands for Dementia Care and Support
AUSTRALIA | New Dementia Australia data has found an increase in Australians living with dementia, their families and carers reaching out for care and…
Commonwealth Prac Payment Supports Nurses
AUSTRALIA | Nursing and TAFE students are now able to study with financial assistance from the Commonwealth Prac Payment programme. From 1 July, 2025,…
Bupa In Hot Water with ACCC
AUSTRALIA | Bupa has been taken to court by the ACCC for unconscionable conduct and accused of misleading consumers about insurance benefits entitlements. The…
Relief for SuperGold Cardholders
Up to 66,000 SuperGold Cardholders will benefit from new Government policies, broadening household income barriers. Budget 2025 has helped up to 66,000 more SuperGold…
South Australia Plan “Unworkable”
AUSTRALIA | Ageing Australia has outlined why it believes that the State Government’s funding plan for South Australia was unworkable. With 98 percent of…