News and Events

We host, share and participate in statewide events that support the wellbeing of older Queenslanders. This includes Queensland Seniors Month.

News

Queenslanders at risk of losing their right to age well at home

The Queensland Government is considering whether to step back from the Livable Housing Design Standards (LHDS) — a reform that ensures all new homes are safe, accessible, and future-ready. Without LHDS, too many Queenslanders will face homes that don’t meet basic needs as we age, expensive retrofits or premature entry into aged care, and lost independence and connection to community.

Your Voice Quarterly Newsletter – July 2025

In this edition take a look at our work to support elder abuse prevention, our multiple detailed submissions to Queensland Government Inquiries and prepare for aged care reforms that have been delayed by four months. Our Chair also gives you a sneak peek at our wider community advocacy network plans
24 April 2025

Council on the Ageing Quarterly Newsletter – April 2025

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