The rally was part of a response to proposed nationwide changes by BUPA and other major aged care providers which will cut nurses’ and caregivers’ hours and increase workloads - putting the health and safety of elderly and frail residents at risk.

Residents and their families were not consulted when proposed changes to staffing were made by the employer. Care staff are concerned that their feedback and that of residents and their families on the impact of quality care and health and safety has not been fairly considered.