This report reveals the result of a national biennial survey of older Australians. The report reveals that while many older Australians report feeling more positive about their own lives, the data reveals a starkly uneven reality. It finds the stereotype of older Australians as uniformly wealthy is wrong, fuelling ageism that hurts people of all...

This issues paper argues that the current draft of the Aged Care Act, due to be legislated in July 2024, doesn’t go far enough to deliver choice and control, transparency, and effective complaints process and enforceability of rights.

This research was commissioned by the Federation of nine Councils on the Ageing (COTA) across Australia – including all eight COTA state and territory organisations and COTA Australia – to understand the views, life experiences and needs of Australians aged 50+.

Researchers surveyed over 1000 Australians aged 75+ about the impact the COVID-19 pandemic had on their mental health. This report details the findings.

COTA Australia has prepared this document to describe the policy opportunities for the 47th Parliament of Australia to improve the lives of older Australians.