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Wednesday, December 11

Oakden whistleblower vows to air allegations against SA Health

Oakden whistle-blower Stewart Johnston says he has proof of maladministration and corruption within SA Health and will use parliamentary privilege to name those he believes are responsible.

Oakden whistleblower slams "bureaucratic sewer" as he quits govt committee

Former Oakden whistleblower Stewart Johnston has quit his role on an SA Health steering committee to oversee a trial of CCTV cameras in nursing homes, firing a devastating shot at SA Health on his way out.

Vickie Chapman says the Government will allocate $3.2 million to set up a Government response unit to the Aged Care Royal Commission. Photo: Morgan Sette / AAP

SA Govt to spend millions on response to aged care royal commission

Attorney-General Vickie Chapman will today announce her department will spend $3.2 million to coordinate the State Government’s response to the ongoing aged care royal commission.

I still don't know what happened to Bob: Oakden whistleblower opens aged care inquiry

The woman who blew the whistle on widespread abuse and mistreatment of dementia patients at Adelaide’s infamous Oakden nursing home has broken down giving evidence to the royal commission into aged care.

Royal commission asks: is the aged care sector fit for purpose?

An investigation of abuse and other issues across Australia’s aged care sector will be conducted amid a “rising torrent” of concern that the industry is faltering in areas of safety and quality, a royal commission has heard.

Unpaid family carers: the unsung heroes of Australia

Australia’s millions of unpaid carers deserve much more support from government to avoid often terrible consequences when the pressure gets too much, writes David Militz.