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Six Whiddon-led Collaborative Health Care Initiative pilots go live in regional NSW

Six 12-week pilots under the Collaborative Health Care Initiative have commenced with the aim of improve aged care in regional Australia. Led by Whiddon CEO Chris Mamarelis, the project bridges gaps between the aged care and broader healthcare systems.

Respect Aged Care CEO Jason Binder appointed to Ageing Australia board

The leader of the Not For Profit aged care turnaround specialists will replace Stephen Muggleton, who retired as Group CEO of Bolton Clarke on 30 June 2025. Jason’s appointment as a Multi-State Director took effect on 1 July, with his term set to...

Lingering burden of COVID-19 hits aged care as winter cases surge

COVID-19 cases in Australia’s aged care homesincreased 20% in the week to 26 June, with 1,752 resident cases recorded, the highest number in 12 months. Staff cases rose 25% to 694. Overall, there were outbreaks across 307 homes, a 15% increase on...

NSW aged care beds at capacity: older hospital patients up 50% in five months