Sam Rae (Hawke, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Aged Care and Seniors) Share this | Hansard source

I want to provide one of the most important quotes from the period when the decision was made:

The decision to the delay the start date for the new aged care reforms is the right decision for older Australians, aged care providers and home care operators.

This is a quote that I think concisely and clearly summarises the decision and its impact on older people and the sector across Australia. It's a quote from the media release that was published by the shadow minister for health and aged care, Senator Ruston.

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