Katy Gallagher (ACT, Australian Labor Party, Minister for the Public Service) Share this | Hansard source

The answer to that is yes. Obviously, all of these changes are designed around supporting older Australians, both those who are currently receiving care and those who will be moving into the aged-care system. I acknowledge the work that you've done, Senator Ruston, and the work that's gone into the inquiry—which had a very significant number of public hearings considering the time available and did a lot of work, including on the recommendations and the additional comments that were provided to that—to make sure that older people are at the centre of this discussion. I think the whole nature of the reform, and I'm lecturing to the converted here, is about making sure that older Australians get the care they need. The focus of the readiness plan will be on making sure that everyone, including those who are receiving care, is prepared for the changes arising from the bill.