Dementia is increasingly common — but Australia’s voluntary assisted dying laws largely exclude it. This article explores why reform is needed, the ethical tensions involved, and the safeguards required to do it safely.
Regional Australia doesn’t suffer from a lack of funding—it suffers from a lack of coherence. This article explores why decades of infrastructure and industry investment haven’t translated into stable communities, and what timber transition programs reveal about what regions actually need to function.
Unpaid carers across Victoria live in a state of constant vigilance—broken sleep, rushed supermarket trips, and no safe time to step away. Despite new funding streams, the supports on offer rarely reach those under the greatest strain. This piece explores why—and what a time-first approach could finally change.
From Nov 1, new aged care rules fund equipment & home mods separately. Learn how to apply, avoid traps & get what you need quickly.
