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The pandemic has made bringing a baby into the world an even bigger challenge for all new and expectant parents. What was it like to be pregnant, to give birth and to look after a baby in the middle of this crisis? These parents share their stories. Read More

The idea that smaller aged care facilities perform better is not new; studies and anecdotal evidence have been demonstrating the benefits of smaller and more bespoke aged care facilities for years. And yet more large centres continue to be built, offering a less personalised experience and often a lower quality of life for their residents. Read More

Getting aged care right is difficult. It involves staff training, qualifications and ratios, the entry of for-profit providers and ensuring access in regional areas – many of the issues highlighted in this year’s two-part Four Corners special. A key challenge, from which must of the rest will flow, is increased funding. Medicare – an Australian success story – provides one model. Even the Medicare... Read More