Self-funded retirees and many part pensioners will pay more for their aged care under the government’s reform package, endorsed by the opposition and announced on Thursday.
The changes involve a $930 million extra spend over four years, and $12.6 billion savings over 11 years.
The package, which the government says is the biggest reform in 30 years, will shift the system further towards home care, so people can stay at home as long as possible.
