LATEST NEWS

ITAC awards honour innovation and excellence.

The best information technology innovations in aged care were recognised last night at the ITAC (Information Technology in Aged Care) Awards ceremony in Melbourne. more»

[Thu 04/09/2008 11:05:27]

Expected Alzheimer's appointment

NEW South Wales Deputy Premier and Transport Minister John Watkins yesterday announced he is quitting politics to put his family first and is in talks with Alzheimer's Australia. more»

[Thu 04/09/2008 10:41:38]

Walk to keep your brain fighting fit

Landmark research by the University of Western Australia has shown that regular walking not only promotes physical fitness but also improves cognitive function. more»

[Thu 04/09/2008 10:32:00]

Court says 'no' to aged care facility

Residents in a secluded Buderim cul-de-sac are celebrating after the Planning and Environment court dismissed an appeal for the opening of an aged care home at the end of their street. more»

[Thu 04/09/2008 10:28:25]

Aged care facility gastroenteritis outbreak

63 people at the Mayflower Aged Care Facility in Westmead have been diagnosed with gastroenteritis. more»

[Thu 04/09/2008 10:24:57]

Commonwealth proposes ageing takeover

COAG will discuss a plan to establish a new HACC arrangement with the Commonwealth and state governments taking on new roles. more»

[Tue 02/09/2008 12:12:14]

Plotting a path for NFPs

A new PhD scholarship will examine the changing role of not-for-profit organisations in Australia. more»

[Tue 02/09/2008 10:45:50]

GP levels in aged care reaching "crisis point"

Doctors warn that the new Aged Care Access Initiative offers little incentive for them to visit nursing homes. more»

[Tue 02/09/2008 08:56:08]

Carbon trading could hurt aged care

A leading economist warns that aged care providers would need to be compensated for rising energy costs from 2010 onwards. more»

[Mon 01/09/2008 01:07:56]

Funding announcments

The Commonwealth Government has formally announced aged care funding top-ups in Queensland and the ACT. more»

[Mon 01/09/2008 11:19:47]

CONFERENCES & EVENTS

Invacare 2008 Road Show: Making it Simpler to Care Education - Networking - Product Showcase. Coming August 2008, complementary entry for AAA readers more»

Dementia & Recreation National Conference 2008 October 15 & 16 at the Sebel Albert Park, Melbourne. At $484 for the 2 day conference & Trade Expo… this is arguably Australia's best value National Conference! more»

ACSA National Conference 2008 The ACSA National Conference will be held at the Adelaide Convention Centre from 28 September - 1 October. Its them is 'Aged care in the fast lane'. more»

Aged & Community Services NSW O H S & HR Conference, November 6 & 7, 2009 more»

McCullough Robertson Workplace Relations and Safety Conference 2008 McCullough Robertson Lawyers will be holding its ninth annual Workplace Relations and Safety Conference at Mantra Mooloolaba on 9 and 10 October 2008. more»

Backing Winners in Falls Prevention Conference The 3rd Australian and New Zealand Falls Prevention Conference will be held in Melbourne from 12 - 14 October. Its themes include understanding balance, prevention initiatives and education. more»

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