Digital Inclusion Concerns
AUSTRALIA | Industry leaders have voiced their concerns about the decline in digital inclusion among seniors and what needs to be done to fix…
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Addressing Ageism Among Workforce
AUSTRALIA | A new report has prompted industry leaders to address ageism within the health and aged care sectors of the medical profession. Addressing…
Commissioner Calls for Practical Plan
The Retirement Commissioner has called for cross-party action on the retirement income system, laying out a practical plan for what to do now while…
Health Committee Reports Inquiry Findings
The Health Committee has reported findings of its inquiry into Aged Care to the New Zealand parliament, outlining suggestions for the Government. The Health…
Impacts of Clogged Drains in the Brain
New research has uncovered that clogged ‘drains’ in the brain can be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease, according to NTU Singapore scientists. “Drains”…
Blue Lotus Officially Opens
THAILAND | Blue Lotus Active Senior Living Resort in Thailand has officially opened, combining health care, hospitality and lifestyle for longer stays. The Blue…
Zero-Silica Focus
Industry leader has called on major players to join the move to zero-silica, upon the opening of New Zealand’s first stone factory of its…
Resources Launched for Queensland Providers
AUSTRALIA | Regional and remote aged care providers in Queensland now have access to a new suite of free workforce planning resources designed to…
Milestone Moment for Carers
Carers have welcomed progress from the Government following what was described as a “good step” following many years of pressure. The Carers Alliance and…
Scams on the Rise Once Again
AUSTRALIA | The ACCC have reiterated its precaution of online scams, especially for those in more vulnerable positions and in the lead up to…
Kiwis Hoard Over 5M Pairs of Glasses
Specsavers’ new research has shown that New Zealanders are collectively ‘gloarding’ with an astonishing 5.25 million pairs of old prescription glasses and 660,000 empty…
Dementia Australia Supported by Supercars
AUSTRALIA | For the third year, Dementia Australia has been selected as the nominated charity to benefit from the Repco Supercars Championships. Dementia Australia…