The Australian federal government is resisting calls to scrap or modify its aged care assessment algorithm, despite mounting pressure from the Coalition, Greens, and independents to allow human overrides following reports of under-assessed care needs.
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Senior managers Konstantin Kontis and Vicky Kos testify at Melbourne’s coroner’s court regarding the 2020 Covid-19 outbreak at St Basil’s aged care home, where nearly a quarter of residents died.
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A new leftwing manifesto from the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) proposes significant tax reforms, including a new rate for high earners, wealth and inheritance taxes, and increased revenue from gas companies. These proposals aim to fund free education, higher welfare payments, and nationalised aged care, setting a progressive backdrop for the Labor party's national conference in Adelaide.
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Aged care residents in Australia are being charged for services they cannot use or understand, leading to investigations by the national regulator and class action lawsuits. Families are fighting for refunds, highlighting concerns about unlawful practices and a potential 'two-tier' system.
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Residents at Arcare, a major Australian aged care provider, have filed a class action lawsuit alleging illegal charging of fees for services like high teas and exercise classes to immobile or incapacitated clients. The suit claims Arcare embedded these fees in 'signature packages' between 2020 and 2026, even for services already legally obliged or unusable by residents.
The Australian Senate has passed legislation to reintroduce human oversight to an aged care algorithm criticized as "cruel" and "inhumane." The integrated assessment tool (IAT) has been found to under-assess elderly individuals, leading to inadequate care, with assessors previously unable to override its decisions.
The Australian Senate has passed legislation to reintroduce human oversight for an aged care algorithm, the Integrated Assessment Tool (IAT), which has been criticized for under-assessing care needs. The bill, co-sponsored by multiple parties, aims to allow assessors to override the algorithm's decisions, addressing concerns raised by elderly Australians, carers, and human rights advocates.
The Australian Senate has passed legislation to reinstate human oversight for an aged care algorithm, the Integrated Assessment Tool (IAT), which has been criticized for under-assessing care needs. The bill, co-sponsored by the Greens, Coalition, and an independent senator, aims to allow assessors to override the algorithm's decisions. The government has proposed some human review in "extenuating circumstances," but critics argue it doesn't go far enough.
Australia's Socceroos drew 0-0 with Paraguay, securing a spot in the World Cup knockout round for the third time. Their next opponent is to be determined among Egypt, Iran, Belgium, and New Zealand.
An 84-year-old woman was found dead at an aged care home in Sydney's Rooty Hill. Her 53-year-old daughter was arrested at the scene, suspected of administering an unknown substance. Police are investigating the motivation, including potential assisted dying.
England manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed Bukayo Saka is playing through an Achilles injury, managing discomfort as the World Cup approaches. While other players are at 100%, Saka requires careful management and may not start all matches.
Australian experts discuss the role of technology in aged care, emphasizing support for humans rather than replacement, amidst workforce shortages and systemic challenges.
Fast bowler Mitchell Starc will join the Delhi Capitals on Friday following injury clearance. The Australian is targeting a return for the May 1 IPL 2026 match against Rajasthan Royals, providing a significant boost to the team's playoff aspirations.
Mitchell Starc is set to join Delhi Capitals for IPL 2026 on Friday after Cricket Australia clearances, targeting a May 1 return against Rajasthan Royals. The injured fast bowler's arrival presents a selection dilemma for the Axar Patel-led side, which needs strong performances in upcoming matches to boost playoff hopes. Starc's gradual return will be managed carefully.
