99 year old War Veteran reflects ahead of Anzac Day: “I joined up as a boy and came back a man”.

As you reach older age, and – sadly – your parents die, who then is left who knows you the longest, and maybe the best, in some ways at least? Your siblings, if you’re lucky enough to have them, and for them to still be around. I am one of those lucky ones, and –... Read More

Older Australian’s are renowned for their resilience in times of crisis and it appears as though a large part of this attitude comes down to wishful thinking. Despite the well-known risk that COVID-19 poses to older people, the latest polling results published by The Essential Report shows that 74% of Australians over the age of... Read More

Billions in childcare subsidies currently flow to approved centres each year. Allowing families to direct some of this funding to grandparents could lower demand pressures, support older Australians and strengthen family relationships. Read More