Fair Trading Minister Anthony Roberts on Friday announced that by October 1 all retirement villages in the state must implement a simplified standard contract. They will also be required to develop a "general inquiry document that explains the services and facilities available in the village," and simplified disclosure document. "Retirees and their families will be able to clearly see their rights and obligations and make accurate comparisons between villages so they can choose one that best suits their needs."
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RIP: We are seeing the death of the family-run aged care operator
It feels like I am writing an obituary to family-run aged care facilities. Once the backbone of the sector, multi-generation operators are now selling out at a pace not seen before. The sell-off is accelerating, with three landmark deals in just two...
