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Sam was elected to the Federal Parliament in 2022 and appointed Minister for Aged Care and Seniors on 13 May 2025.
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Radio interview with Minister Rae, ABC Illawarra – 6 March 2026
Read the transcript of Minister Rae's interview with Melinda James about Labor’s aged care investments.Australian Government to secure respite services in the ACT
The Australian Government is focused on delivering better, more dignified aged care to every older Australian, including ensuring older Australians in the ACT can maintain continuity of care when it comes to cottage respite.Targeted action to deliver more aged care beds
The Australian Government is delivering more aged care beds where they are needed most, to ensure every older Australian can access the world-class aged care they deserve.Radio interview with Minister Rae, ABC Perth – 6 March 2026
Read the transcript of Minister Rae's interview with Nadia Mitsopoulos on the Australian Government's targeted aged care investments.Radio interview with Minister Rae, 2ST Nowra – 6 March 2026
Read the transcript of Minister Rae's interview with Graeme Day about Labor’s targeted aged care investments.Radio interview with Minister Rae, 4CA Cairns – 26 February 2026
Read the transcript of Minister Rae's interview with Murray Jones on aged care reforms.New appointments to the aged care quality and safety council
The Australian Government has appointed new Chair, Deputy Chair and members of the Aged Care Quality and Safety Advisory Council, which supports Australia’s independent regulator of aged care.Radio interview with Minister Rae, ABC Radio Darwin – 28 January 2026
Read the transcript of Minister Rae's interview with Lara Stimpson about the Australian Government delivering on its Northern Territory Aged Care promise.First Nations representation continues for the National Aged Care Advisory Council
The Albanese Labor Government is pleased to announce Natasha McCormack will join the National Aged Care Advisory Council in 2026.Announcing the 2026 Aged Care Council of Elders
The Australian Government has appointed nine new members to the Aged Care Council of Elders as it enters its fifth year providing advice and unique perspectives on the experience of older Australians in aged care.