More Home Care Packages funded in 2024-25 Federal Budget
Published 20 May 2024
Home Care Packages are hard to come by, and the long waitlist is a common complaint. More funding has been announced, but is it enough?
Energy rebate: Not much, but it’s a start
Published 16 May 2024
Every household in Australia will get a $300 energy rebate over the next financial year. Some people need it much more than others.
Privacy preserving cameras? New research could help protect sensitive information
Published 10 May 2024
A privacy preserving camera might sound like a contradiction, but newly developed technology could make it a reality.
Triple Zero: Optus outage prompts changes to emergency service line
Published 10 May 2024
A report into last year’s Optus outage has recommended a suite of changes to ensure that Triple Zero can still be reached during a network disruption.
Long COVID: Light at the end of the tunnel for people with prolonged symptoms
Published 6 May 2024
A study of people with so-called ‘long COVID’ has found that immune system responses had largely returned to normal 2 years after infection.
Rental affordability out of reach for many Australians
Published 1 May 2024
For a single person on the Age Pension, there are just 89 affordable rental properties across the country, making rental affordability a pipe dream.
Is tax reform a solution to the housing crisis?
Published 1 May 2024
Negative gearing and capital gains tax reform has been proposed by some Members of the Senate. Will it help solve the housing crisis?
New research into bushfire smoke looks at the risk to heart and lungs
Published 1 May 2024
Research from the University of Newcastle found that even small amounts of bushfire smoke can have large effects on our health.
New measures are helping Australians avoid scams
Published 16 April 2024
The Government, regulators, community groups and the private sector are all working to help people avoid scams, but vigilance is still essential.
Cold and flu season is nearly here, but when should you get your flu vaccine?
Published 11 April 2024
Are you up-to-date on vaccines? It’s something that many of us put off, but it’s time to start thinking about it.
Should older people be expected to pay more for aged care?
Published 9 April 2024
Should older people pay more for aged care? The Aged Care Taskforce has recommended higher co-contributions instead of introducing a tax or levy to share the cost.
A dark roof can drive up your energy bills
Published 4 April 2024
A house with a dark roof absorbs heat, which may cost $700 more per year to keep cool according to recent research.
Better consumer protections for burials and cremations in NSW
Published 28 March 2024
Cemeteries and Crematoria NSW have announced regulatory changes that will provide better protections for consumers and ensure future availability of burial sites.
Cashless Coles? Supermarket takes hit over Easter trading rumours
Published 28 March 2024
Have you heard that Coles supermarkets will be going cashless over Easter? Here's a summary of what's happening and why.
It’s National Advance Care Planning week, have you thought about your preferences?
Published 22 March 2024
Advance care planning involves planning for your future health care, which helps ensure that those close to you and health providers know what your preferences are. It's not easy, but it is important.
Australia Post to increase postage prices from April 2024
Published 22 March 2024
Australia Post has signalled their intention to increase the cost of stamps from next month. The good news is, not all postage costs will be going up.
When will you actually see the March 2024 pension increase?
Published 19 March 2024
Pensions and other income security payments are due for an increase on March 20, but when will you actually see the extra money in your bank account?
CPSA calls on NSW Treasurer to include more ratepayer relief in NSW Budget 2024-25
Published 12 March 2024
The NSW Minister for Local Government says that local councils should be responsible for offering higher discounts on rates for pensioners, but CPSA disagrees.
Will nuclear power reduce Australia’s electricity prices?
Published 12 March 2024
A shift to nuclear has been suggested for Australia’s electricity grid, but would if bring down electricity prices?
New research will explore mental health among older Australians
Published 8 March 2024
A new project will add to a growing body of research that improves our understanding of mental health in vulnerable communities.
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