Webinar – The Big Q&A
The new rights-based Aged Care Act comes into effect on 1 November 2025. This ambitious reform represents a significant shift in the way aged care is delivered in this country. What does this mean on a practical level? How will the changes affect older people and their families? Join us for the Big Q&A, where a panel of experts will answer your questions.
Panel:
- Craig Gear, Chief Executive Officer, Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN)
- Pat Sparrow, Chief Executive Officer, COTA Australia
- Anne Burgess, Chair, Council of Elders and Chair Aged Care Transition Taskforce
- Liz Hefren-Webb, Aged Care Quality and Safety Commissioner, Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission.
- Susan Trainor, Contributions & Accommodation Reform, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing
Webinar Resources:
OPAN:
- Aged Care Advocacy Line: 1800 700 600
- Visit the OPAN website
- View the 20 most commonly asked questions from The Big Q&A webinar
COTA Australia:
- Contact: 1300 COTA AU (1300 2682 28)
- COTA Australia – Representing Older Australians website
Department of Health, Disability and Ageing:
- Contact: 1800 020 103
- Department of Health Disability and Ageing website
- Visit for more information on the New Aged Care Act
- Find the Support at Home indicative price list here
My Aged Care:
- Contact: 1800 200 422
- Access Australian aged care information and services
- View the fee estimator here
Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission:
- Contact: 1800 951 822
- Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission website