Final strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards
The final strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards – August 2025 will take effect on 1 November 2025, when the new Aged Care Act starts. The information below is included for historical purposes only.
Consultation – October 2022 to November 2022
In response to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety’s recommendations, the Australian Government urgently reviewed the Aged Care Quality Standards. Public consultation on a new, strengthened version of the Quality Standards occurred from 17 October to 25 November 2022.
Read the final strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards – August 2025.