As the so-called 'grey wave' of ageing boomers hits the economy, a major review into the aged care sector says wealthy Australians should pay more for care.

Aged care taskforce sparks concern

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Women's shelters and legal centres say the Federal Budget has failed to deliver the funding needed to curb rising demand.

'Trickery': DV services slam Federal Budget

Australia's headline unemployment rate to 4.1 per cent in April, up 0.2 percentage points from March.

Unemployment rate rises to 4.1pc

The Federal Government tries to provide cost of living relief, without adding to inflation.

Government's Budget balancing act

Major changes to New South Wales laws making it harder for people accused of domestic violence offences to get bail.

Bail overhaul to combat DV

South Australia considers banning children under 14 years-old from accessing the platforms.
Could it work nation-wide?

Aged care taskforce sparks concern

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