Aged care general public news

Read the latest news and departmental media releases on aged care for the general public.

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Strong start in the national response to Victorian aged care pandemic

A media release from the Victorian Aged Care Response Centre about the strong start in the national response to Victorian aged care pandemic.

Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) update to residential aged care facilities about minimising the impact of COVID-19

A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) to update residential aged care facilities about minimising the impact of COVID-19.

Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) advice on residential aged care facilities

Advice from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) for residential aged care facilities about minimising the impact of COVID-19.

Share your thoughts on Community Visitor Schemes for people with disability

We are identifying opportunities to make Community Visitor Schemes more consistent across Australia. Share your feedback on a draft vision statement and draft principles to support people with disability living in shared accommodation and support settings across Australia.

Have your say on Support at Home pricing

The Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority seeks feedback to inform pricing advice for the Support at Home service list, ensuring costs and sector needs are reflected. Share your views by 5pm AEST, Friday 10 April 2026.
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