Thursday Three - 22 January 2026

• Drop in and be part of the Buzz! Monday, 2 February 2026

• GANA and AAG co-present: Caring Together - Innovation and Interdependence in Ageing Support (hybrid event)

• New report: Ageism and serious healthcare harms

Drop in and be part of the Buzz!

AAG is currently preparing a submission in response to the Senate Inquiry into the Transition of CHSP to Support at Home, and we invite our members to contribute to an upcoming Drop in Buzz Session:

Monday, 2 February 2026

3:30pm to 4:30pm AEDT

via Zoom

Register now and drop in at any time during the 1-hour session to listen, ask questions, and join the conversation. Adding your voice will ensure AAG advocacy and submissions continue to reflect the views, real-world expertise and experiences of our members.

Not a member? Join now and get 50% off during our Summer Special! 

GANA and AAG co-present: Caring Together - Innovation and Interdependence in Ageing Support (hybrid event)

In collaboration with QPS, Deakin University, UniSC and La Trobe University

This webinar brings together international and national scholarship to advance dyadic models of ageing support. Collectively, these insights underscore the need to support both members of the dyad to achieve sustainable, holistic gerontological care through innovation, training, social connection, health literacy and improved care-partner and care systems.

Wednesday, 4 February 2026

 11:00am to 12:30pm AEDT (Melbourne in person or via Zoom)

10:00am to 11:30am (QLD)

No cost to attend – registration is free!

In person locations:

Deakin Downtown Campus

 Tower 2, Level 12 / 727 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3008

 UniSC Sippy Downs Campus

90 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs, QLD 4556

Find out more and register today!

Pictured above (top row): Event speakers - A/Prof Ken Ho; Dr Daphne Cheung (centre); Dr Jackie Chan; Bottom row: Dr Eva Yuen and Prof Patrick Kor

New report: Ageism and serious healthcare harms 

A recent report by the Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) on ageism in healthcare reveals that older Australians frequently face unfair treatment, including being ignored or excluded from decisions regarding their care. Ageism can significantly impact health, resulting in poorer outcomes, slower recovery, and even premature death.

The Commission emphasises the need for urgent reforms, such as enhanced training, inclusive care approaches, and increased research to address age bias.

Read the full AHRC media release and access the report for more information.