Home Care
Australian Unity FY25 results: acquisitions drive profits higher
The ASX-listed mutual company Australian Unity reported EBITDA of $136.2 million for the year to 30 June 2025, nearly double the previous year's $65.8 million. Revenue was up 24% to $2.6 billion.
Housing News
Build to Rent booms on Govt largesse, while retirement living left behind
Retirement villages remain “all intent and purposes” full – yet the sector continues to face massive hurdles with redevelopment and access to land for new projects.
Government Policy
100,000 still waiting: Rae accuses Pocock of weaponising home care delays
With almost 100,000 older Australians waiting up to 15 months to receive their correct level of Home Care Package, Aged Care Minister Sam Rae has accused Independent Senator David Pocock of using cases of hardship for political currency.
Health
SATURDAY sounds the alarm: Dementia is ‘galloping’ through retirement villages
Dementia rates in villages are climbing fast – but with limited staff, legal barriers to moving residents, and no clear safety net, operators risk being caught off guard. Where are the biggest risks – and what’s being tried to fix them? Find out in this week’s SATURDAY, our premium digital...
Technology
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.
