Noeline was invited by the Governor General to attend a cocktail reception at Admiralty House, Sydney on 27 August, to honour the appointment of Susan Ryan AO becoming the Age Discrimination Commissioner.

Ms Ryan comes from a strong advocacy and public policy background and was appointed Australia’s first full-time Age Discrimination Commissioner on 1 August 2011.

Noeline was delighted to be among the small group of guests celebrating this important appointment.

VIEW Clubs of Western Sydney Gala Event - 26 August 2011

Noeline was thrilled to re-visit her old stomping ground when she attended the VIEW Clubs of Western Sydney Gala Luncheon at the Burwood RSL, which is located in the area where Noeline grew up. She was also excited to catch up with someone she played tennis with when she was around 11 years old.

During her presentation, Noeline said when it comes to older people simple things can make a big difference to help them remain independent and to feel included in our communities.

"While many older people live independent lives in their own communities, some of us need support to stay at home. As Ambassador I have been asked how can people get the help they need to stay in their own homes," Noeline said.

"This is a question often asked by older people and their families trying to find information on aged care supports. Some older people don't know "who to talk to" and find it difficult to know what aged care support services might be available in their local region.

"The simplest thing older people can do is to call 1800 200 422. This is the new single, national number that has been introduced by the Australian Government to make it easier for older Australians, their families, and carers to get the information they need about aged care.

VIEW Clubs of Western Sydney - Event - 26 August 2011

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