‘Eudaemonic design’ is design that supports flourishing health and wellness (also known as Eudaemonic Well-Being—a concept that originated with Aristotle). The term has been adopted from philosophy and psychology and is now being adapted for the built environment.
The UN independent expert on the human rights of older persons is preparing the reports on ageism & age discrimination, and on older women's rights. Consultations have been opened until 22 March 2021.
In 2019 the Queensland Government released the model code for neighbourhood design to encourage the development of healthier and more active communities across the state.
COTA Australia’s Chief Executive, Ian Yates, expressed COTA’s deep concern that the objective work of the expert Retirement Income Review is being politicised before the public has even had the chance to look at it.