In August 2025, Dietitians Australia submitted its response to the Senate inquiry into Aged care service delivery, urging the government to release additional Home Care Packages or bolster other support programs to reduce long waiting lists, meet urgent dietetic care needs and prevent avoidable health decline among older Australians. We highlighted that expanding access to dietetic services would help older people preserve wellness, manage chronic conditions and maintain independence at home. Additionally, timely support would enable long-term workforce planning among the dietetic workforce.

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