This Department of Health and Ageing web site contains information that was available before the swearing-in of the new government, following the 24 November federal election. A new site, which reflects the new government’s policies, programs and priorities for the health and ageing portfolio, can be found at http://www.health.gov.au.

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National Strategy for an Ageing Australia

The National Strategy for an Ageing Australia

Australia's strong record of economic growth and sound economic fundamentals means that an older population is not expected to be a burden on the community.

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The National Strategy for an ageing Australia is available to read online or download in PDF format: nsaabook.pdf (PDF 218 KB)

The National Strategy for an Ageing Australia is also available on the Ageing in Australia CD. If you would like a copy of the CD please contact National Mailing and Marketing:

Telephone: (02) 6269 1080

Email: nmm@nationalmailing.com.au

Written requests:

Office for an Ageing Australia
MDP 10
Department of Health and Ageing
GPO Box 9848
Canberra ACT 2601
Please include your name, postal address and number of copies required with any request.

 

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