Fair Work targets aged care providers

7 April 2025

A number of Australian aged care providers are being investigated to ensure staff are receiving the correct pay and entitlements.

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) announced on Wednesday that it has been conducting inspections across 20 businesses in residential aged care and home care, as well as digital platforms that match consumers with care workers.

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Include palliative care in Medicare reform, says peak body

3 March 2025

In light of recent announcements made by the major political parties pledging billions of dollars to a major Medicare overhaul, Palliative Care Australia (PCA) is urging the government not to forget about those at the end of life.

In calling for a better way to remunerate palliative care in primary care, PCA has released a new report using data collected in it's 2024 workforce survey, showing that just 11 per cent of primary care respondents agreed that their practice is adequately funded to deliver end of life care.

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AU Department of Health and Aged Care Congratulates Senior of the Year

28 January 2025

Congratulations to the 2025 Senior Australian of the Year, Brother Thomas Oliver Pickett AM!

His dedication to Wheelchairs For Kids has made an unforgettable impact, proving that age is no limit to making a difference.

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KPMG and PCS join forces

19 December 2024

KPMG Australia and Person Centred Software have formed a partnership to enhance digital solutions for the aged and home care industry. Their collaboration aims to provide a comprehensive digital platform that improves productivity, compliance, and financial performance across care services. This joint effort focuses on integrating KPMG's Community Care platform with Person Centred Software’s care management tools, facilitating better operational efficiencies and quality of care in various care settings​.

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Aged care nursing in the digital future

4 December 2024

The article from Flinders University discusses the integration of digital technology in aged care nursing, highlighting a study that underscores the necessity for nurses to be involved in the development of these digital tools. The research emphasizes that while digital technologies like medication management systems and telehealth are beneficial for efficiency and care quality, there are challenges such as system fragmentation and the need for better training and support. It advocates for designs that enhance nurse-patient interactions and improve end-of-life care​.

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