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Hearing Loss May Hasten Cognitive Decline

Provided by Step Up Research, championed by COTA NT Hearing Loss May Hasten Cognitive Decline More Than We Think Hearing loss can seem just like…

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Deckchair Cinema: Flix in the Wet

Flix in the Wet screens at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory.  7 February to 29 March To see the program and…

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NT Health: Update on Boil Water Alert

Greater Darwin and surrounding areas The boil water alert for Greater Darwin and surrounding areas has been cancelled, effective immediately. Power and Water Corporation has…

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Updated translated checklists help seniors and providers navigate home care contracts

People from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities and aged care providers can access updated translated Aged Care Contract Checklists reflecting the new Aged Care…

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Healthy Living NT is now delivering NDSS-funded Getting Started Group sessions in Nhulunbuy

This supportive 2½-hour group session is designed for adults with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes and provides the essential skills to confidently manage their condition….

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Retirement planning checklist

There is currently no compulsory retirement age, but some of the things to think about before you retire include work, expectations, lifestyle, money and estate planning. This checklist…

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Katherine Seniors Expo 2026 postponed due to weather events

Due to recent weather events in Katherine, COTA NT has taken the decision to postpone its Katherine Seniors Expo until exhibitors and community members can…

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Fears for Dementia Care as NT Memory Clinic Faces Cuts

COTA NT is urging the Northern Territory Government to intervene urgently to prevent cuts to a critical dementia support service, with funding changes threatening to…

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Tai Chi and community activities malware scam

Scammers are advertising ‘free’ classes and creating fake groups on social media platforms and search engines. We’ve seen these for a range of activities including…

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ONE COTA Magazine

ONE COTA Magazine – A magazine was published for COTA Members until  June 2024. Back issues are still available to read online here.

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Make a Home Maintenance Service Request

You can make your home maintenance service request using the form below. Home maintenance services requests can only be carried out in areas serviced by…

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A wellbeing app with a difference

We know the lifestyle choices people make each day help to shape their ageing journey.   NowNext can help your clients make small, sustainable changes through daily habits that fit into…

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How to get the most out of your GP appointment

Making an appointment with a GP ask for a longer appointment if you think you will appointment need more time to talk with the GP…

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Early birds – you can book your seat from today!

Bookings have now opened for the event, An Audience with Peter Warren, Executive Director of the World Federation of Right to Die Societies. This event…

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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) Grants open

The World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) Grant is an annual opportunity for community organisations to apply for a one-off grant of $20,000 to host…