The Australian Government is making further investments for regional, rural and remote aged care, providing $12.8 million in grant funding to a service in Maningrida Northern Territory.
The $12.8m will fund major upgrades and expansion of facilities at the Mala’la Health Service Aboriginal Corporation in Maningrida.
The Albanese Government funding is being delivered under the Aged Care Capital Assistance Program (ACCAP).
This investment is in addition to the $2.4 million already provided annually to Mala’la Aged Care Service to support delivery of both home and residential care services under the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flexible Aged Care (NATSIFAC) Program.
Works will include but are not limited to:
- replacement of old building stock and upgrades to deliver 4 new rooms with ensuites
- expansive refurbishments to kitchen facilities, including a new cool room
- delivery of a new laundry and storage areas
- improvements to staff amenities and a new care parking area
- outdoor improvements, including extensions to shaded areas and a new sensory dementia garden.
The Albanese Government continues to invest in aged care infrastructure grant funding at unprecedented levels.
Last year, $385 million in funding was delivered under ACCAP Rounds 1 and 2, supporting 128 infrastructure projects nationwide – mostly in regional, rural and remote locations.
The government opened Round 3 of ACCAP on 27 February 2025, making available up to $300 million to build or upgrade residential-based services and staff accommodation in regional, rural and remote locations. Applications close on 20 May 2025.
For more information about the ACCAP grants, future rounds and funded projects, visit: www.health.gov.au/accap
Quotes attributable to Minister for Aged Care, Anika Wells:
“The Albanese Government is investing record money into aged care so older Australians can better access aged care services in the communities they know and love.
“This $12.8m will help create better facilities for older Australians in Maningrida, building more home-like environments for residents and giving them access to comfortable, modern amenities and more liveable spaces.”
Quotes attributable to Member for Lingiari, Marion Scrymgour:
“Our Elders and older people play an important role in our remote communities and it’s essential they are provided the very best care and support.
“That’s why I have worked hard with Minister Wells and the Albanese Government to secure this significant investment.
“This funding demonstrates our commitment to Maningrida by delivering important infrastructure upgrades to the Mala’la Aged Care Service.”