Minister to review decade-old report following aged care allegations

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The federal government is to re-examine a parliamentary report into the aged care sector following explosive allegations against a retirement village operator. The company, Aveo, is accused of exploiting vulnerable seniors by making them pay excessive fees and providing inadequate care. The move follows a joint investigation between Fairfax Media and the ABC's 4 Corners program.


Image: An elderly woman uses a mobility walker (AAP)


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