It is a fact that governments tend to put in place policies and strategies in response to current scenarios.

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

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

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

Australia is already a world leader in dementia research, treatment and care.

Tobacco companies are legally operating entities in Australia. If the Government thinks that they should not make donations to political parties, well then they should ban them operating as legally structured entities in Australia.

Community care is a fundamental, an essential, an enduring part of our aged care system.