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Aged Care Assessment and Algorithm Scandal

Updated 2026-10-27 14:20 UTC 1 source Negative

The ombudsman has released a scathing report on an algorithm used in aged care assessments. The Greens are pushing for a human override to ensure fairness.

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The Guardian

Greens push for human override in aged care assessment after ombudsman’s scathing report into algorithm tool

Investigation recommends government changes legislation so staff assessing people for home support packages can correct the outcomeGet our breaking news email, free app

2026-10-27 14:00 UTC