The restrictions on residential aged care facilities have been eased, with the risk of COVID-19 being balanced against the personal welfare and mental health of residents.
The Government will undertake further consultation with stakeholders and will establish a Public Trustee board to provide oversight and direction to the Public Trustee.
This Code was reviewed on 29 May with considerable feedback from consumers, families, advocates, providers and the public, as well as through the consumer and provider peak bodies.