State of the Older Nation 2025 report released by COTA Australia

16 Feb 2026

The launch of the State of the Older Nation 2025 report is a nationally representative survey of older Australians prepared by SEC Newgate for COTA Australia. Read it here.

The overall story revealed in this wave’s survey results is more positive than the past two waves of the State of the Older Nation, noting that the 2021 wave was conducted during the height of the COVID pandemic and the late 2022-early 2023 wave when Australians were still experiencing the effects of the pandemic.

However, while there are signs of optimism, the survey findings also show that not all older Australians share this positive experience and outlook. Issues including pervasive ageism, financial insecurity and poverty, low confidence in using technology, and difficulty accessing essential services undermine quality of life for many older Australians.

The report reinforces the need for government, employers and service providers to recognise and value the individual circumstances, needs and interests of all older Australians.

The Hon. Christopher Pyne’s State of the Older Nation 2025 address at the National Press Club of Australia on Feb 4 2026.  CLICK HERE to watch.

Video Interviews of older Australians, prepared for COTA Australia by SEC Newgate as part of the
State of the Older Nation survey 2025.  Click on each link to view.

1. AGEING WELL
2. AGEISM IN THE WORKPLACE
3. AGEISM IN SERVICE SETTINGS
4. ACCESS TO HEALTH AND AGED CARE
5. COST OF LIVING AND FINANCIAL SECURITY