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UNCLASSIFIED THE HON SCOTT MORRISON MP Prime Minister MEDIA RELEASE Wednesday, 1 May 2019 More support for older Australians The Morrison Government will continue to prioritise better support for older Australians by investing in a new targeted research centre, funding a new program to combat loneliness while ensuring the aged care workforce meets growing demand in the future. $34 million will be provided to establish a new Aged Care Workforce Research Centre, which will examine new ways to deliver care for older Australians and training and education for aged care providers, drawing on the world’s best practice.   Prime Minister Scott Morrison said older Australians deserve our support. “Older Australians have built our country and they deserve our respect and support for the choices they want to make. “This funding will deliver better support and care for older Australians, while ensuring we build the workforce to meet the demands of an ...