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Ageing Australia’s response to the Federal Budget 2026–27
This is your one-stop-shop for Ageing Australia’s response to the Federal Budget 2026–27, announced on 12 May 2026.
Here you will find our immediate budget analysis, key takeaways for the aged care sector – plus additional resources to support our members in understanding what this announcement means for you.
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Detailed Ageing Australia budget analysis
Ageing Australia acknowledges the $3.7 billion investment in aged care in today’s Federal Budget, including the pre-announced $3 billion package announced by Minister Mark Butler in his speech to the National Press Club on 22 April 2026.
This additional funding is welcome, particularly given the extremely tough fiscal situation and the lack of investment by the government in other areas of social policy. However, we are concerned that this package falls short of the total investment required.
Australia needs to build 10,000 new residential aged care beds per year over the next two decades to keep up with ever-growing demand, but the package announced today is predicted to deliver only half of that – 5,000 new beds per year.
Tom Symondson
CEO, Ageing Australia
Ageing Australia media releases
The Government’s $3.7 billion package for aged care is welcomed, but significantly falls short of the $9 billion investment needed to address the needs of older Australians.
Read our media releases for insights into key announcements.
Member webinar and FAQs
Following the special members-only budget webinar on Thursday 14 May 2026, hosted by Ageing Australia CEO Tom Symondson and Chief Policy and Advocacy Officer Roald Versteeg, please find the collated FAQs from the discussion.
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