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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 13h
COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria have produced a new guide titled "Your vote counts" ahead of 28 November's Victorian state election. Our resource is not about who to vote for -- but rather, when, where, and how to cast your vote. Access it using the link below.
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Your vote counts: An older person's guide to the 2026 Victorian state election | COTA Victoria
COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria have produced this guide to alert older Victorians to new arrangements to support voting accessibility in the upcoming Victorian state election on 28 November...
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 30/09/2026
Barwon Community Legal Service, COTA Victoria, and Seniors Rights Victoria are calling on the Victorian Government to ensure that no older Victorian loses their only recognised photo ID when surrendering their driver’s licence for medical reasons. Read our full release using the link below.
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Give up your licence, not your identity: Government urged to protect older Victorians from losing photo ID when they stop driving | COTA Victoria
Barwon Community Legal Service, COTA Victoria, and Seniors Rights Victoria are calling on the Victorian Government to ensure that no older Victorian loses their only recognised photo identification wh...
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 21/09/2026
COTA Victoria’s Policy and Advocacy team invites its members to join one of two online listening post events that will allow you them share your experiences, priorities, and ideas for ageing well in Victoria. Learn more and register using the link below.
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COTA Victoria October 2026 listening posts
These sessions will allow you to share your experiences, priorities, and ideas for ageing well in Victoria.
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 16/09/2026
We're #hiring! We're on the lookout for a new Senior Community Lawyer who is passionate about social justice and wants to use their legal skills to make a real difference in the lives of older Victorians experiencing elder abuse. Learn more and apply using the link below.
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Senior Community Lawyer - Seniors Rights Victoria – Job in Melbourne – COTA Victoria
Use your legal expertise to protect the rights of older Victorians. Join Seniors Rights Victoria as a Senior Community Lawyer (0.8 FTE).
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 14/09/2026
We’re pleased to advise that our Annual General Meeting 2026 will be held as a hybrid event on 17 November. All members are welcome and are encouraged to attend and participate. Learn more and register for in-person or online attendance using the link below.
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Notice of COTA Victoria Annual General Meeting 2026 | COTA Victoria
We’re pleased to advise that our Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2026 will be held as a hybrid event -- both in-person and online -- on 17 November 2026 between 10.30 am and 12.00 pm AEDT.
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 06/09/2026
We are #hiring! Seniors Rights Victoria is on the lookout for a Senior Community Lawyer. This role combines client advocacy, legal representation, mentoring, community education and systemic advocacy. Learn more and apply via Seek: au.seek.com/job/94444663
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Senior Community Lawyer Job in Melbourne VIC - SEEK
Join Seniors Rights Victoria as a Senior Community Lawyer and champion the rights of older Victorians.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 04/09/2026
For Scams Awareness Week in late August, our colleagues at COTA Australia hosted a webinar called "Learn the Signs and Protect Yourself Against Scams". You can watch it in full below.
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Scams Awareness Webinar 2026
YouTube video by COTA Australia
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 28/08/2026
While stocks last, newly approved membership applicants will receive a free welcome pack, consisting of a tote bag, vacuum insulated bottle, notebook, and pen! Sign up for membership and access full promotion terms and conditions at cotavic.org.au/get-involved...
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 26/08/2026
Our CEO, Ben Rogers, recently sat down with Youi to discuss drivers license renewals. “For many older Australians – particularly those who live in regional and rural areas... driving provides independence and increases connection to people, services and programs." Access the article below.
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Senior Driver’s Licence Renewal Rules in Australia
Discover how senior driver’s licence renewal rules work in each Australian state and territory, including the renewal requirements for drivers over 70.
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 18/08/2026
COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria support reform to provide greater protection for communications made through closely integrated legal assistance services. Read our latest submission in full using the link below.
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Submission to the legal privilege and integrated legal assistance services consultations
COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria support reform to provide greater protection for communications made through closely integrated legal assistance services.
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 13/08/2026
Often our clients have chosen a trusted relative or friend to manage their finances when they are unable to do so. This trust may be abused, with devastating consequences for the older person. Read our latest real story using the link below.
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When trust is abused
Often our clients have chosen a trusted relative or friend to manage their finances when they are unable to do so. This trust may be abused, with devastating consequences for the older person.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 10/08/2026
🚨🚨 We're #hiring! 🚨🚨 We're on the lookout for a passionate and experienced Policy and Advocacy Advisor to help drive meaningful social change through evidence-based policy development, stakeholder engagement and strategic advocacy.
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Policy and Advocacy Advisor – Job in Melbourne – COTA Victoria
Help shape policy and advocate for the rights of older Victorians. Join COTA Victoria and drive meaningful social change through evidence-based policy development, system-wide advocacy.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 03/08/2026
Our advocacy is grounded in the experiences of older Victorians. During the 2025–26 financial year, we heard from more than 1,500 older people through a variety of engagements. Read our full 2025-26 impact report using the link below.
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Impact report 2025-26: Advocacy for older Victorians | COTA Victoria
Older Victorians are not a single group with shared experiences, and our work sought to ensure that policies and systems recognise this diversity. This approach underpins the work undertaken by the Po...
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 29/07/2026
Our new Pulse survey provides an up-to-date insight into how older Victorians feel about the upsides and the downsides of their lives. Nearly 500 people aged 50+ shared their views, ranging widely across the age spectrum and across metropolitan, regional, and rural Victoria. Access results below.
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The state of ageing in Victoria: Community Pulse survey 2026 results | COTA Victoria
The COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria ‘State of Ageing in Victoria’ Pulse survey provides an up-to-date insight into how older Victorians feel about the upsides and the downsides of their live...
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 29/07/2026
Our new toolkit has been developed to support practitioners to strengthen their awareness of #elderabuse and build their capacity to respond in ways that are effective, respectful, and uphold the dignity, rights, and autonomy of older people.
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Identifying and addressing elder abuse: Implementation toolkit
This toolkit has been developed to support practitioners to strengthen their awareness of elder abuse and build their capacity to respond in ways that are effective, respectful, and uphold the dignity...
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 28/07/2026
COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria extend congratulations to Ben Carroll, the new Premier of Victoria, alongside new Deputy Premier Gabrielle Williams. We also acknowledge and thank former premier Jacinta Allan for her leadership and service to the state. Read our full statement below.
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COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria welcome Ben Carroll as the new Premier of Victoria
COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria extend congratulations to Ben Carroll, the new Premier of Victoria, alongside new Deputy Premier Gabrielle Williams.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 21/07/2026
We are calling for an Older Persons Health Strategy to tackle the specific health challenges facing older Victorians, including this situation faced by the Roberts family. Read the full story in The Senior below, which includes further comment from our CEO, Ben Rogers.
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Two women died alone at home, daughter Elysia is fighting for a new law
'Their deaths were preventable': fight for new laws after losing two mums.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 20/07/2026
Are you someone who organises groups for older people in Victoria? Then do we have an information session for you! 'Find Your People, Fill Your Club: Marketing for seniors groups' is a session designed to help volunteers and groups best market themselves. Learn more & rego using the link below.
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Find Your People, Fill Your Club: Marketing for seniors' groups
Find your people, fill your club! COTA Victoria is proud to offer this session to support older person led groups and clubs.
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 16/07/2026
COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria strongly support the State Disability Plan and the Victorian Autism Plan as important drivers of practical action to improve inclusion, accessibility and equity for Victorians with disability.
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Submission on the State Disability Plan and Victorian Autism Plan 2027-2031
COTA Victoria strongly supports the State Disability Plan and the Victorian Autism Plan as important drivers of practical action to improve inclusion, accessibility and equity for Victorians with disa...
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 13/07/2026
COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria welcome the opportunity to contribute to DEECA’s consultation on reforming prices and consumer protections for customers in embedded electricity and gas networks. Read our latest submission using the link below.
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Submission: Embedded Networks Review
COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria welcome the opportunity to contribute to DEECA's consultation on reforming prices and consumer protections for customers in embedded electricity and gas netwo...
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 13/07/2026
We're #hiring a Training Support and Administration Officer who will play a key role in coordinating and delivering training programs while supporting project administration, reporting, and evaluation activities. Learn more about this part-time, fixed time role using the link below.
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Training Support and Administration Officer – Job in Melbourne – COTA Victoria
Admin Support statewide training programs that strengthen services for older Victorians. Join COTA Victoria in a rewarding role combining training delivery, administration and project support.
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 02/07/2026
We're #hiring Business Development Specialist to strengthen and grow COTA Victoria’s funding base and partnerships. The new role will identify and secure new funding opportunities, and help shape how we approach corporate collaboration across the organisation. Learn more using the link below.
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Business Development Specialist – Job in Melbourne – COTA Victoria
This is a newly focused role supporting the CEO to strengthen and grow COTA Victoria’s funding base and partnerships.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 27/05/2026
We're inviting older Victorians to share their experiences, priorities, and concerns about ageing well in Victoria in a short, 5-10 minute survey. Take part here: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 11/05/2026
If you are 50 years or over and are seeking or using aged care services at home, or if you care for or support someone who does, we want to understand what this has been like for you. We invite you to complete a short survey here: survey.zohopublic.com/zs/ArBnmT
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 05/05/2026
COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria welcome a series of initiatives in the Victorian State Budget 2026-27 that offer tangible help to older people struggling with the cost of living. Read our full media release below.
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Victorian State Budget 2026-27: Welcome help for older Victorians, but bigger challenges still to be addressed
Council on the Ageing (COTA) Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria (SRV) welcome a series of initiatives in the Victorian State Budget 2026-27 that offer tangible help to older people struggling with t...
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 21/04/2026
We encourage you to let the Victorian government know about your priorities and ideas for improving everyday life for people with a disability – be it around health, housing, community safety, employment, recreation, or more. You can find out more and create a submission using the link below.
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State Disability Plan and the Victorian Autism Plan 2027 – 2031
We want to understand what matters most to people with disability, carers, friends and allies.
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 15/04/2026
Our latest submission strongly supports an approach in which the existence of violence, coercion, or abuse rather than the formal characterisation of the relationship is the central consideration. Read it in full using the link below.
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Submission: Preventing perpetrators from accessing victims’ super death benefits
Elder abuse is both prevalent and under-recognised within Australia. Annually, approximately one in six (14.8%) older Australians experience some form of elder abuse. Research by the Australian Instit...
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 13/04/2026
For 75 years, we’re proud to stand for a simple, yet powerful purpose: older people deserve to be heard, respected, protected, and empowered. Join us in our celebration! A(n almost) full list of our annual reports can be found here: cotavic.org.au/about/annual...
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 12/04/2026
In today's episode of COTA Conversations, Golden Days Radio’s Peter Thomas and COTA Victoria's Marshida Kolthoff discuss our new state election platform. COTA Conversations airs fortnightly on Golden Days Radio, 95.7 fm, on Mondays at 10.15 am as part of Monday Afternoon with Peter Thomas.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 09/04/2026
Our 2026 state election platform sets out the priorities we believe must be central to the agenda of the next Victorian Government following the state election in November 2026. Read it in full using the link below.
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Preparing Victoria for an ageing future: COTA Victoria's 2026 state election platform
Victoria is getting older, and the next Victorian Government must be ready.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 08/04/2026
COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria will appear before the Australian Parliament House Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs' Inquiry into the relationship between domestic, family and sexual violence and suicide at around 12 noon today.
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House Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs | Melbourne, VIC | 08/04/2026
YouTube video by Australian Parliament House Streaming Portal
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 30/03/2026
In case you missed it, public transport across Victoria will be free from tomorrow, 31 March, through until 30 April. To learn more, head to: transport.vic.gov.au/news-and-res...
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Free public transport across Victoria
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 26/03/2026
We've launched a new Aged Care Navigation Service pilot that provides free, personalised advice and recommendations to those struggling to find answers regarding aged care systems and services. Learn more and register for a phone call using the link below.
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Aged Care Navigation Service: Free, one-hour phone calls to answer your questions!
Do you have questions about aged care systems and services? Register for a free, 60-minute phone call so we can help you find answers.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 25/03/2026
Starting off as the Old People's Welfare Council of Victoria in 1951, then becoming the Victorian Council on the Ageing in 1968, and finally the Council on the Ageing Victoria in 1991, we're incredibly proud to have been representing Victorians as they age for 75 years.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 25/03/2026
Join us for the launch of Addressing economic security gaps for older women in Victoria, a new report from COTA Victoria that brings together current evidence, lived experience perspectives, and sector insights to identify where the gaps are greatest and where action is most needed.
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Report launch: Addressing economic security gaps for older women in Victoria
Join us for the launch of a new report from COTA Victoria that brings together current evidence, lived experience perspectives, and sector insights.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 23/03/2026
As financial pressures escalate, building an age‑inclusive emergency system is becomes increasingly essential. Our soon‑to‑be‑released "Age‑inclusive emergency preparedness guideline" will directly respond to these challenges. Keep an eye out!
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BYO sandwiches and no cafe lunches as retirements threatened by rising costs
The Australian retirement dream is being destabilised by the rising cost of home insurance, as retirees on fixed budgets find themselves unable to absorb skyrocketing premiums.
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 17/03/2026
"The [national plan addressing elder abuse] sets out a strong vision, but meaningful change will rely on coordinated action, and – most importantly – increased support and funding from government into services such as Seniors Rights Victoria,” said our CEO, Ben Rogers.
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COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria welcome national plan addressing elder abuse, but further sector funding is critical
The national plan to address elder abuse needs effective implementation to deliver on its potential impact, which the upcoming Commonwealth budget must start to resource.
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 12/03/2026
We're on the lookout for Seniors Rights Victoria's new Managing & Principal Lawyer! This role leads the day-to-day management and operations of Seniors Rights Victoria including ensuring a thriving, positive and collaborative team culture. Learn more and apply using the link below.
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Manager & Principal Lawyer - Seniors Rights Victoria - Job in Melbourne - COTA Victoria
Council on the Ageing (COTA Victoria) is the leading not-for-profit organisation representing the interests and rights of people aged over 50 in Victoria.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 03/03/2026
COTA Victoria is seeking up to 6 independent community members to join our Older Men: New Ideas (OM:NI) Advisory Group. We note that at least 50% of independent members should be active OM:NI group participants and/or representatives. Learn more and apply here: app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrgani...
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 01/03/2026
The Department of Justice and Community Safety has proposed three options for remaking the VCAT fee Regulations. In our latest submission, COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria detail why we support support Option 3. Read it in full below.
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Submission: Remake of Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal fees​​
The Department of Justice and Community Safety has proposed three options for remaking the VCAT fee Regulations. COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria support Option 3.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 15/02/2026
It is with great regret that we inform our members, supporters, referrers, and clients that COTA Victoria’s Care Finder services will cease operation on 31 March 2026. Further information, and details of ongoing Care Finder providers that may be of assistance, can be found on our website.
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Care Finder
COTA Victoria proudly delivers aged care navigation to the most vulnerable older residents living within the City of Kingston, first through the Aged Care Syste
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 08/02/2026
Improving the visibility of elder abuse is critical to strengthening DFSV-related suicide prevention and ensuring that older people are not overlooked in policy, practice, and reform efforts. Read our latest publication using the link below.
seniorsrights.org.au
Submission to the Inquiry into the relationship between domestic, family and sexual violence, and suicide
Evidence suggests that elder abuse is a significant, growing, and distinct form of family violence that intersects with suicide risk in later life yet remains inadequately captured within current syst...
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 29/01/2026
COTA Conversations returns for a new year on Monday, 2 February with a special series that shines a spotlight on the well-deserving winners of the 2025 Victorian Senior of the Year Awards program. Learn more (and listen!) using the link below.
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COTA Conversations returns to showcase 2025 Victorian Senior of the Year winners
COTA Conversations returns for a new year on Monday, 2 February with a special series that shines a spotlight on the well-deserving winners of the 2025 Victorian Senior of the Year Awards program.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 19/01/2026
We're getting a (slight) reprieve from high temps at the moment, but it's always important to know how you can beat the heat, and deal with emergencies like bushfires. - Keep cool in hot summer temperatures: cotavic.org.au/info/physica... - Bushfire information: cotavic.org.au/info/energy/...
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 16/01/2026
For close to 75 years, we have worked alongside older people to shape policies, services, and systems that support safety, dignity, inclusion, and quality of life. In 2024–25, our advocacy helped drive meaningful change for older Victorians. Learn more using the link below.
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Our impact: How our 2025 advocacy has affected older Victorians
In 2024–25, the advocacy of COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria helped drive meaningful change across elder abuse prevention, cost-of-living pressures, housing security, and community inclusion.
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 04/01/2026
We hope you had a splendid holiday break! Our Seniors Rights Victoria Helpline will open once again from 10.00 am AEDT this morning. Learn more here: cotavic.org.au/news/cota-vi...
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COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria holiday closure 2025
The offices of COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria will be closed between 4.00 pm AEDT on Tuesday, 23 December 2025 and 10.00 am AEDT on Monday, 5 January 2026.
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 10/12/2025
Are you an older Victorian passionate about issues impacting you and your peers, and wanting to share your experience with others? If so, then you'd be perfect for our new Lived Experience of Ageing Program, or #LEAP. Learn more and sign up to upcoming info sessions using the link below.
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Lived Experience of Ageing Program (LEAP)
Sign up for information sessions about LEAP Are you an older Victorian passionate about issues impacting you and your peers, and wanting to share your experi
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 08/12/2025
Did you know that COTA Victoria membership is FREE? As a COTA Victoria member, you’ll join a community of fellow citizens who care deeply about the rights of older Australians, and who share a vision of ageing as a time of possibility, opportunity, and influence. Learn more, and sign up below.
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Become a member of COTA Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria
Join us and amplify the voice of older Victorians. Jump to a section: Free membership for individuals Organisational membership Frequently asked question
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cotavic.org.au @cotavic.org.au · 20/11/2025
Thanks to everyone who attended our Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2025 earlier today. If you missed it, never fear -- you can watch the AGM in full and review documentation relevant to the meeting using the link below.
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Watch on-demand: Annual General Meeting 2025
We’re pleased to advise that our Annual General Meeting 2025 will be held as a hybrid event -- both in-person and online -- on 20 November 2025 between 10.00 am and 11.30 am AEDT.
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seniorsrights.org.au @seniorsrights.org.au · 20/11/2025
Our Strategic Plan 2025-2023 was today launched by our CEO Ben Rogers, part of our Annual General Meeting 2025. The plan details the reason we exist, the impact we're aiming for, and what we'll be focussing on within the next five years. Access the plan using the link below.
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COTA Victoria Strategic Plan 2025-2030
Our Strategic Plan 2025-2030: We improve the lives of Victorians as they age: by championing the strengths, desires, and decisions of older people.
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