We know we are entering a period of transformation in aged care.

Well they're very, very genuine concerns at present as to the status of the 800 people who are to be sent by Australia to Malaysia. There's concern about the status of asylum seekers in Malaysia generally, but there's concern about the status of the 800 to be sent.

The Australian economy is resilient, but business and consumer confidence is fragile.

Australia has an increasingly multicultural society.

Prevention is one of the few known ways to reduce demand for health and aged care services.

At the last census it indicated that about 22 per cent of Australians were born overseas.

The strongest initiative that government can take to ensure Australia is prepared for population ageing, is to maintain a strong economy, and a secure nation.