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Federal budget projects a shift in aged care, which promises to save Australia billions

Older Australians are increasingly opting to receive care at home, rather than in residential aged care, a shift that the federal government projects will save billions of dollars.

Increase GST rather than change tax on super, expert says

Increase GST rather than change tax on super, expert says

Proposed changes to super pension payments have been questioned by some experts, who say more comprehensive tax reform would be better.

Truck blind spots continue to pose a danger to cyclists, nearly a decade after an inquest called for mandatory sensors

Truck blind spots continue to pose a danger to cyclists, nearly a decade after an inquest called for mandatory sensors

The recent cycling death of a celebrated rural doctor has highlighted the dangers of blind spots on trucks and prompted renewed calls for road safety reforms.

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Inflation is hurting people in their 50s due to low wage rises and housing costs

Inflation is making itself felt among older people, with 80 per cent of 50-plus respondents surveyed saying they are feeling the impact.

Retirees asked to help fill labour shortages in Warrnambool as council tries new approach

A growing labour shortage problem has prompted a Victorian community to find its own solution— helping previously retired residents get back into work.

Centrelink a barrier to Australian pensioners filling skills gaps, advocates say

Advocates say the barrier of Centrelink penalties is keeping the "grey economy" away from the workforce, despite moves in the budget to fix the problem.

Employers open their eyes to older workers

Older Australians are the answer for many employers grappling with the ongoing impacts of labour shortages.

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Pensioners can earn more, but how long will this bonus last?

Pensioners can earn more, but how long will this bonus last?

With workers hard to find and pensioners looking to earn more the government has made a concession that addresses both issues. But how long will it last?

Australians have become super savers with billions stashed away

Australians have become super savers with billions stashed away

Australians are becoming a nation of savers rather than spenders with the amount of money being salted away into super on the rise

Gold Coast newsagent Julie Tait celebrates 80th birthday and has no plans to retire

Gold Coast newsagent Julie Tait celebrates 80th birthday and has no plans to retire

A newsagent who has recently celebrated her 80th birthday says she has no plans to come out from behind the counter of her Gold Coast store anytime soon.

Morrison’s objection to lifting wages in line with inflation puts spotlight on pensions linked to CPI

Morrison’s objection to lifting wages in line with inflation puts spotlight on pensions linked to CPI

Prime minister says such a move would be ‘incredibly reckless’ but payments such as pensions are already tied to cost-of-living changes

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Too little, too late: who will fix the home care crisis for Australia’s ageing population?

Too little, too late: who will fix the home care crisis for Australia’s ageing population?

As aged care firms as a key election battleground, thousands are still dying each year waiting for home care packages

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Budget failed on gender super gap and retiree support: Advocates

Budget failed on gender super gap and retiree support: Advocates

The government's decision to ignore calls to extend superannuation payments to those on paid parental leave will likely widen the gender super gap.

Low-paid women get superannuation boost, but pension changes would help

Low-paid women get superannuation boost, but pension changes would help

Some 200,000 low paid women got a welcome financial boost on Thursday evening when the Senate passed legislation paying super below $450 monthly.

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