Changing aged care for the better – what you need to know | Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission

The new Aged Care Act 2024 and Aged Care Rules 2025 apply from 1 November 2025. We are currently updating our website to be in line with the new laws ahead of 1 November. This includes finalising current draft guidance and other materials about the new Act. While we complete updates, providers are advised to refer to the incoming aged care laws for any required clarification of their new or changed obligations and legal responsibilities.

The new Aged Care Act will commence from 1 November 2025. It will replace existing legislation, including the current Aged Care Act 1997 and the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission Act 2018.

The Act includes new and different obligations and conditions. Find out what these changes are and how they will impact you to change aged care for the better.

Changes for older people

Learn more about how the reforms will strengthen your rights if you currently or will soon access aged care services.

Changes for providers

Learn more about how the reforms impact you as an existing aged care provider or if you’re thinking about becoming a provider.

Changes for workers

Find out what you need to know about the reforms if you’re working or thinking about working in the aged care sector.

Sector readiness

To help you prepare for the changes, we’re publishing resources for older people, providers and workers.

Watch our sector readiness update to find out about the latest resources, as well as what’s to come.

For a full list of resources, read our sector readiness plan.

Watch our Sector readiness update episode 1.