Whistleblowing in the New Aged Care Framework

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The Aged Care Act 2024 and Rules 2025 have made whistleblowing a condition of registration, not an optional practice. From November 1, 2025, all aged care providers must have compliant systems in place—or face regulatory consequences, including personal civil penalties of up to $165,000 for responsible persons.

This comprehensive guide helps you turn regulatory obligation into cultural strength.

Inside, you'll discover:

✓ What changed – A clear breakdown of the Aged Care Act 2024 and Rules 2025 requirements, including who can disclose, anonymity protections, and integration obligations

✓ Why it matters – The Royal Commission findings that exposed a culture of silence, and real-world cases showing the human and business cost of inadequate systems

✓ How to build effective systems – Legal requirements vs. best practice, from secure platforms and trauma-informed support to victimisation prevention and culture measurement

✓ The business case – How whistleblowing acts as an early warning system that prevents costly incidents, strengthens retention in a tight labor market, and builds trust with regulators and families

✓ Your implementation roadmap – Practical steps for policy design, training, case management, and continuous improvement aligned to legislation

This guide is essential for:

Aged care providers preparing for November 2025 compliance
Directors and responsible persons managing personal liability
Governance, HR, and compliance teams building systems
Leadership teams transforming culture while meeting regulatory standards

Don't wait until the deadline. Cultural readiness takes months to build—download your guide now and protect those who care, and those they care for.

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