Six months after the introduction of the new aged care legislation, boards and executive teams are facing a rapidly evolving governance landscape. Expectations around accountability, risk oversight, workforce capability and consumer voice have shifted and the implications for directors and senior leaders are significant.
This virtual forum brings together leading experts, regulators and sector specialists to examine what the reforms mean in practice and how organisations can strengthen governance in this new environment.
Designed specifically for board directors, CEOs and executive leadership teams, the program m explores the most pressing governance issues facing aged care providers today, from clinical oversight and workforce strategy to financial sustainability, digital risk and leadership liability.
Across a series of focused sessions, attendees will gain practical insights, real-world examples and expert guidance to help boards navigate the new regulatory framework and position their organisations for long-term success
Ageing Australia Virtual Forums
Our popular virtual forums are back, delivering flexible, high-impact learning experiences directly to you. Designed for busy leaders and professionals, these sessions provide timely insights, expert perspectives, and valuable opportunities to connect with peers from across the sector — all without leaving your desk.
Each registered attendee receives a unique login, providing secure access to the live virtual platform, session materials, and on-demand recordings, making it easy to engage with content at a time that suits your schedule. Whether attending live or catching up later, participants can access every session included in the forum experience.
Practical, relevant, and easy to access, our virtual forums are built to support informed decision-making, professional connection, and confident leadership in a rapidly evolving environment.
An executive program preparing leaders to navigate reform, strengthen governance, and deliver sustainable excellence in care.
Program highlights
Governing Under the New Act: Six Months On
This session will focus on the early realities of implementation — the governance challenges organisations are experiencing as requirements become embedded, as well as the areas where providers are adapting well and strengthening their approach.
Data, Technology & Digital Governance
This session will explore the growing importance of digital governance in a sector where technology now underpins quality of care, regulatory compliance and organisational performance. Speakers will examine the governance responsibilities associated with data security, cyber risk, system reliability and the ethical use of information, as well as the opportunities technology presents to improve care outcomes and operational insight.
Advisory Boards in Aged Care: Value, Influence and Governance Risk
This session explores the growing use of advisory boards across the sector and what it means for aged care providers operating in a highly regulated environment. Drawing on emerging global governance trends and practical examples, the session will examine how advisory structures can support stronger decision-making, while also highlighting the potential risks of blurred roles, conflicts of interest and “shadow governance.”