Technology

iLiquid’s My Aged Care contract tops $30M after 16th extension

The Department of Health and Aged Care has extended its deal with digital consultancy iLiquid Pty Ltd to “operate and enhance” the My Aged Care website for a further six months, adding $2.7 million and taking the total contract value to $30.6 million.

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Caroline Egan

22 Oct 2025

Government Policy

Health Dept grants second eNRMC extension, avoiding aged care prescribing chaos

The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has granted a further extension to the eNRMC transitional arrangements, allowing non-conforming Electronic Residential Medication Chart systems to continue issuing prescriptions until 31 December 2025.

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Caroline Egan

22 Oct 2025

Government Policy

Under the hood of Services Australia’s new aged care systems – and good news

When a leading WA provider told The Weekly SOURCE they couldn’t see Support at Home contribution rates by 1 October – the Reform Roadmap deadline – we asked Services Australia for comment.

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Caroline Egan

15 Oct 2025

Opinion

Is prevention – and Hospital in the Home – the only cure for an ailing health system?

Australia needs more aged care beds and more Home Care Packages – but we also need to stop treating hospitals as the first and last resort. That means a focus on prevention – and on alternative models like Hospital in the Home.

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Lauren Broomham

09 Oct 2025

Mergers & Acquisitions

Accel-KKR snaps up MOA in its second aged care tech buy

US private equity giant Accel-KKR has sealed its second big play in Australia’s aged care software market, acquiring quality improvement platform MOA in a deal that could reshape the technology landscape. It follows Accel-KKR’s June purchase of Health Metrics.

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Lauren Broomham

01 Oct 2025

Technology

Keyton renews contract with Excite Technology for $2.1M

The leading retirement village operator, owned by Aware Super (49.9%), APG Asset Management (25%) and Lendlease (25.1%), has renewed its contract with the ASX-listed technology provider. Excite Technology Services Limited said the $2.14 million...

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Ian Horswill

22 Sep 2025

Technology

Australian aged care robot developer Andromeda secures $23M US boost

Andromeda, the Sydney-based startup behind the Abi companion robot, has landed $23 million in US funding – lifting its valuation to around $100 million.

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Caroline Egan

17 Sep 2025

Home Care

60% of CHSP clients still waiting on Home Care Packages, warns Community Vision CEO

Perth-based Not For Profit provider Community Vision says nearly 450 of its customers remain stuck on waitlists for Home Care Packages, despite being assessed as needing higher levels of care.

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Caroline Egan

10 Sep 2025

Technology

Elevator Pitch Mini-series | Designing the future: architecture and construction partners in Aged Care

Facility design directly impacts compliance, operating costs, and resident outcomes. Meet three suppliers delivering projects that balance commercial performance with community benefit. For aged care and retirement living leaders, property is both...

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Group Editor

10 Sep 2025

Aged Care

Lutheran Services expands “proven” aged care nurse practitioner model

The Queensland Not For Profit is doubling down on its nurse practitioner-led aged care model, with new Federal funding set to expand the program across eight sites and provide proof it can ease pressure on hospitals and GPs.

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Caroline Egan

10 Sep 2025

Technology

The Pure Food Co launches internationally-inspired specialised texture modified meals for aged care

With new aged care quality standards set to force operators to provide greater choice at meal times, the nutrition technology innovator has launched a range of internationally-inspired specialised meals to give every resident a taste of home. The...

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Elevator Pitch Mini-series | Digital care solutions: tech innovators changing Aged Care delivery

Digital tools are redefining how aged care and retirement living providers manage risk, improve workflows, and support resident outcomes. Technology decisions in aged care are no longer optional add-ons. The right digital partner can reduce clinical...

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Group Editor

04 Sep 2025

Aged Care

Care minutes risk undermining Bupa’s virtual care success in aged care

Bupa Villages and Aged Care says its virtual care Wellness Hubs are driving better clinical outcomes, quicker response times and new career pathways for staff – but warns the model is unsustainable under current Government policy.

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Caroline Egan

20 Aug 2025