COTA NT advocating for and working towards an age-friendly, just, inclusive and equitable society for all Territorians over 50
26 Feb 2021
A Government-commissioned report by KPMG in 2016 confirmed what seniors’ advocacy groups have long been aware of. That in inner Darwin, Darwin rural and Alice Springs there is a shortage… (read more)
26 Feb 2021
COTA Australia Council on the Ageing (COTA) Australia has reaffirmed its support for a shared consumer vision for Australia’s aged care system following the Aged Care Royal Commission, the Final… (read more)
22 Feb 2021
Australia’s National Policy Forum on 26 February, discusses the Retirement Income Review and the future of retirement policy ** KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Hon Josh Frydenberg MP, Treasurer of Australia ** Friday… (read more)
19 Feb 2021
The Northern Territory became the first jurisdiction in the world to introduce an assisted dying framework passing laws allowing a doctor to end the life of a terminally ill patient… (read more)
10 Feb 2021
COTA NT is going to Katherine for its very first Seniors Expo in Katherine and of 2021. Our “Strength and Unity” Year. This event is a celebration of our special… (read more)
5 Feb 2021
The Department of Health has released its first portion of information for older people. The first portion focuses on rollout stage 1A for residents and volunteers in aged care. COTA… (read more)
5 Jan 2021
COTA NT has an opening in its volunteer team for an additional driver. He or she will help our multicultural seniors group to meet and stay connected to their friends,… (read more)
5 Jan 2021
Phones lines to Spillett House are down and waiting on maintenance from Telstra. You can leave messages on our answerphone, but not speak to our staff directly. We apologise for… (read more)
5 Jan 2021
It’s been a difficult year for many aged care residents, home care recipients, families and aged care workers. Free, new grief, loss and bereavement services are available. The Australian Centre… (read more)
4 Jan 2021
It has never been easier for members of the Northern Territory Concessions Scheme (NTCS) and Northern Territory Seniors Recognition Scheme (NTSRS) to undertake their annual renewals thanks to a new… (read more)