From 1 November 2025, older people will have stronger protections under a new rights-based Aged Care Act.
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Call the Aged Care Advocacy Line, our national team of advocates is available Monday to Friday 8am–8pm and Saturday 10am-4pm 

Webinar – The Big Q&A

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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:

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