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Federal Budget delivers mixed outcomes for older Australians: COTA Australia

The Federal Budget has delivered mixed outcomes for Australians of all ages, including older Australians already facing significant financial pressure.  COTA Australia Chief Executive Officer…

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Top tips for raising a concern about aged care

If you have a concern about the aged care services you or someone else is receiving, you can speak up. Older people now have stronger…

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CEO Update – July 2026

All the COTA team has been busy representing seniors in various ways.  Aged care and Advance Personal Plans (APP) Our Aged Care Navigator has been…

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Exhibitors invited to the Red Centre for Seniors Expo 2026

Businesses, community organisations and service providers are being encouraged to secure their place at the upcoming Alice Springs Seniors Expo, taking place on Wednesday 12…

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Making health care decisions for others – free guide

Download your free guide using the link below: A guide for substitute decision-makers ELLC-A-guide-for-substitute-decision-makers Key messages • You may be asked to make health care…

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Our Common Threads Sewing Group leaves COTA at the end of July

After five years of sponsoring the Our Common Threads sewing group, we find ourselves with our activity free on Wednesdays once more (though perhaps not…

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New class from 13 July: Easy Moves with Members discount

Easy Moves is a gentle, low-impact class designed for older adults who want to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and mobility at a comfortable pace. It…

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Scam alert: Food delivery scams

Scammers are targeting people who use food delivery platforms, including restaurants, customers and delivery workers. They may pretend to be DoorDash, Uber Eats, a restaurant…

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NTG Media release: Greater certainty for Territorians planning for their future

Media release from the Attorney General, 8 June 2026 The Public Guardian and Trustee have launched a new Advance Personal Planning assistance service. These changes…

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Senate report into CHSP is important milestone in enabling older Territorians stay independent

COTA NT has welcomed the Senate Community Affairs Committee report recognising the vital role of the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) in enabling older Territorians…

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nbn Local information sessions coming to Alice Springs

nbn Local are hosting a series of information sessions in Alice Springs throughout June and July. Over,10,000 homes and businesses are eligible to upgrade to…

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COTA NT to deliver its much-loved Expo for Territory Seniors

More than 80 exhibitors, free health and wellbeing activities, live entertainment, expert advice and community connections will be part of Darwin Seniors Expo 2026 on…

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Super Ageing classes at COTA NT

Super Ageing classes held at COTA NT include Pilates, Strong and Functional and Seated Aerobics. You can try a class out at any time! They…

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Members Survey Results: On seeking or receiving aged care services at home

Firstly, we’d like to thank the Members who took the time to respond to this survey and helped inform us about what is going on…

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Members Fishing Trip June 2026 – Invitation to register

Our next fishing trip for 2026 to Barra Adventures on Thursday 11 June 2026 at Berry Springs Barramundi Adventures.  If you are keen to attend…