Describe the key areas where government investment is needed to address Australia's ageing population healthcare requirements. (3 marks)
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- Healthcare infrastructure investment requires expanding existing hospitals and building new aged care facilities equipped with specialised geriatric services to meet growing demand for age-related medical care.
- Urban planning initiatives must create age-friendly communities with accessible transportation systems, including low-floor buses and priority seating, plus pedestrian-friendly pathways for older residents.
- Aged care workforce development programs need government funding to provide scholarships and financial incentives for students pursuing aged care careers, ensuring adequate trained staff availability.
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- Healthcare infrastructure investment requires expanding existing hospitals and building new aged care facilities equipped with specialised geriatric services to meet growing demand for age-related medical care.
- Urban planning initiatives must create age-friendly communities with accessible transportation systems, including low-floor buses and priority seating, plus pedestrian-friendly pathways for older residents.
- Aged care workforce development programs need government funding to provide scholarships and financial incentives for students pursuing aged care careers, ensuring adequate trained staff availability.