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ANNUAL REPORT 2023-2024 Message

YEAR 2022-2023CONTACT USMeaningful Ageing Australia Phone 1800 618 107Email admin@meaningfulage.org.auPostal address PO Box 180 Coburg VIC 3058 Registered business address54 Wellington Street, Collingwood VIC 3066www.meaningfulage.org.auwww.seemeknowme.org.au https://www.facebook.com/MeaningfulAgeing/ @meaningfulageABN 78 124 451 540All images are either stock images or fromactivities with members where permission hasbeen granted for use.Unless otherwise noted, quotes referencedthroughout are from social media, emailcorrespondence and member survey feedback.Meaningful Ageing Australia Not For Profit(SD) Limited is registered with the AustralianCharities and Not-for-profits Commission(ACNC).

CONTENTS Chair's report2CEO's report 3Our people 4Our reason for being 12Our members 13Our last 12 months18Sector representation &advocacy efforts23The CEO LeadershipLunch series26Our next 12 months29Our finances31Meaningful Ageing Australia acknowledgesthe Australian Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander peoples of this nation and thetraditional custodians of the lands where weconduct our work. We pay our respects toancestors and Elders, past, present andemerging. We recognise their uniquerelationships to the land and waters and aregrateful for their spiritual resilience andcultural wisdom.Meaningful Ageing Australia supportsperson-centered care that is inclusive for allpeople. The intersex-inclusive ProgressPride flag is a reflection of recentconversations around inclusivity underneaththe broader umbrella of the Silver Rainbow.CONTENTSThe CEO LeadershipLunch seriesMultifaith awareness &engagement28

NICK RYANCHAIRAt the time of writing this report, the Senate committee reviewing the legislation for a new AgedCare Act has recommended the bill be passed. The Act is the most important reform in the historyof Australian aged care. The new Aged Care Act, Rules and new Aged Care Quality Standards(ACQS), once enacted, will provide greater clarity and certainty for consumers and providers goingforward.In this time of change, I am so grateful for our members who, through their membership, put intoaction the holistic spiritual care we all believe is the care that all older people should receive. Agedcare reform is only valid when it supports the spiritual life and needs of all older people and thosewho serve them. So thank you to our renewing members and to those members who have pledged a2-year renewal. Welcome too to our new members! The Board last year farewelled Adam McIntosh and welcomed Cathryn McMillan and Jenny Hall asDirectors. I would especially like to thank Shiva Gopalan (Deputy Chair), Andrea King (BoardSecretary) and Tamika Hirata (Board Treasurer). I strongly encourage and invite MAA members toconsider nominating for the Board into the future.Meaningful Ageing Australia also farewelled Jacquie Molloy during this past year though I am verypleased she has agreed to continue to support our work flexibly going forward.Our wonderful CEO Rachael Wass, supported by Marnie Kay, has been engaged across the agedcare sector, including as a delegate at the National Aged Care Alliance (NACA) promoting holisticspiritual care for older Australians. She is a highly skilled Company Secretary who supports theBoard in fulfilling our duties.After three and a half years as Board Chair I will stand down from the role at the November 2024Annual General Meeting. I will remain as a Director into 2025. It has been a deep privilege and anhonour to lead the Board. Thank you.CHAIR’S REPORT2

During the last financial year, Meaningful AgeingAustralia collaborated with other spiritual careadvocates to emphasise the importance of spiritualitywithin the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards(ACQS). We actively participated in advisory roles,including the LGBTIQ+ Health Silver Rainbow,Government Sector Reference Groups, ARIIA PalliativeCare Expert Advisory, and co-chaired the First NationsStrategic Priority Group at the National Aged CareAlliance (NACA).As a registered charity and the national peak body,Meaningful Ageing Australia has continued tochampion the spiritual care and emotional wellbeing ofolder people in both residential and community agedcare settings. We have supported aged care providersin building staff capability to integrate emotionalsupport and spiritual care into their daily work.Our team has adapted to new ways of working andgaining skills. Much-loved Jacquie Molloy retired andnow joins us on a casual basis, while business servicepartners have boosted our operational capacity. I’mproud of our team, guided by our Board, educators,researchers, members and affiliates who continue tobelieve in this work and bring this vision to life. I’d alsolike to acknowledge Nick Ryan, our Chair of the Board,for his stewardship and we look forward to hiscontinued involvement as a Director.All the while, we have continued to develop research-based tools, refreshed our website and social mediapresence, extended our education services throughworkshops and seminars, and engaged in sector-wideinitiatives and campaigns.CEO’S REPORTMeaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024RACHAEL WASSCEO3

22 August 2023Sydney 5 December2023 Sydney29 January 2024via Zoom28 May 2024PerthAGM 21 Nov 2023via ZoomMeaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024OUR PEOPLEBoard of DirectorsNick RyanBoard ChairWhole yearAdam McIntoshDeputy Chairend October 2023Tamika HirataTreasurerWhole yearAndrea KingSecretaryWhole yearMaria DimitriadisBoard DirectorWhole year Shiva GopalanDeputy Chair from Oct 2023Susan EmersonBoard Director Whole yearPaul SadlerBoard DirectorWhole yearBoard meetings Cathryn McMillanBoard Director from Nov 2023Jenny HallBoard Director from Nov 2023 4

Many are aware of my loveof the ocean, but evenmore profound is myconnection with the innerworld of the Self. Throughthe practice of stillness anddeep listening, nurtured bymeditation and prayer, Ifind my greatest joy andsolace.Garrawang, Kangaroo-Apple Season (Dec) iswhen the kangaroo applesflower, the wedge-tailedeagles breed and the daysare long and the nightsare short. We finally shakeoff the cold of winter, andfriends and family start toprepare for festive time.Nature and animals -nothing grounds me andkeeps me fully presentmore than the company ofanimals. Whether it’s beingwith my two cats orwatching birds or even clipson Instagram, I feelconnected in a way that’ssoul-deep.Winter is my favouriteseason. I love thefreshness of cold weather.I also appreciate thepermission of the seasonto rest and conserveenergy, getting ready toonce more come alive andbe creative.Nature. It brings me joy andis a salve in times of need,soothing my heart, mindand soul. You’ll find mehappy and smiling if I’msurrounded by greenery;bonus points if there’s awaterfall, river or oceannearby. I love spring for all thepromise it holds. There’ssomething very specialabout seeing the first budsappearing on the treesand the leaves andflowers unfurling. Meaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024OUR PEOPLECEO & team Rachael WassCEOJacquie Molloy CommunicationsSpecialist Marnie Kay EA & Member Liaison Which ConnecTo domainresonates with you themost? What’s your favouriteseason? 5

Megan BestAssociate ProfessorUniversity of Notre Dame 2020 - currentRichard EganSenior LecturerUniversity of Otago2017 - currentAnne HarringtonAssociate ProfessorFlinders University2016 - currentRosalie HudsonAssociate Professor University of Melbourne2018 - currentBruce Rumbold OAMAssociate Professor & Director, Public Health Palliative Care Unit, La Trobe University2016 - currentJohn SwintonProfessor University of Aberdeen2017 - currentChris TurnerLecturerUniversity of Divinity2020 - currentRaelene WildingAssociate Professor, SociologyLa Trobe University2021 - currentLaurence LepherdHonorary Associate ProfessorUniversity of Southern Queensland 2017 - currentIlsa HamptonAdjunct Senior Research FellowLa Trobe University 2023 - currentOUR PEOPLE Honorary research consultantsHonorary researcherMeaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-20246

Jenika GrazeFacilitator2018 - currentPip Mackey Facilitator2019 - currentLani MorrisFacilitator2023 - currentGillian Schultz Facilitator 2023 - currentBeate StellerFacilitator2023 - currentKim ThodayFacilitator2017- currentMeaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024OUR PEOPLESpecialist facilitators for MAA workshops & learning eventsGuests at Community of Practice meetings & free webinars Rabi Gabi KaltmannThe Ark CentrePractices andperspectives of JudiasmLani Morris Map of MeaningInternationalLiminal space 3-partconversation series Beate StellerBeate Steller TrainingConsultancyMeditation for OlderPeopleKathryn WilsonTransgender VictoriaSilver Rainbow LGBTI+inclusive aged careprogramGillian ShultzResthaven Art Therapy 7

Meaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024OUR PEOPLEGuests at Community of Practice meetings & free webinars Sherene HassanIslamic Museum of AustraliaPractices &perspectives ofIslam Nim de Swardt RE-CONNECT Intergenerationalconnection Kim ThodayResthaven / Australian defenceforces3-partconversationseries on grief,trauma and lossDanny ParkinsonBaptCare Rural andremote spiritualcare Suzanne Schmidt Calvary Health CareDocumentingspiritual care Chelsea Size Eldercare ConnecTo in anorganisationalsetting Jill GrayPrivate practice Suicide andageing 8

Prime Super CEO Leaders lunchand MAA projects2022 ongoing 2019 -currentTheCommonsCorporate officeservices in NSW2022 -2023Datacolada Karina Jago K&L GatesRichard ShrapnelMeaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024OUR PEOPLEPlatinum sponsor Business sponsorIn kind supporter

AAGARIIADementia Professional Services,HammondCareDementia Training Australia Mental Health Australia NARI NATSIIACCPalliative Care Australia Spiritual Care Australia Spiritual Health AssociationThe University of MelbourneContemplative Studies Centre Meaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024Celebrate Aged Care Ending Loneliness TogetherEveryAGE CountsInternational Spiritual Care WeekStepUp for Dementia ResearchWorld Mental Health DaySector participationMember representation ACCPANACADept of Health & Ageing Sector ReferenceGroupAd-hoc participation in advocacy initiativesCOTA/OPAN consortiumMental Health Australia Improvement MattersPortable The Breakthrough Office ThrivaseOUR PEOPLECooperative partnersCampaign partners &participationBusiness services partners10

Meaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024OUR PEOPLEWe farewelled Adam McIntosh, Adam waselected to the Board at the AGM in 2020 andresigned 24 October 2023 to take up asignificant appointment as General Secretaryof the Uniting Church in Australia, QueenslandSynod.Adam served as the Board’s Deputy Chair for3 years as well as chaired the StrategicRelationships committee. His acuity and senseof camaraderie will be missed. We know how much Adam loves El Camino,the sacred pilgrimage from France to Spain. Inhis honour therefore we dedicate this poem ofDavid Whyte’s.Image source: courtesy of Uniting Church in Australia QLD FarewellThe road seen, then not seen, the hillsidehiding then revealing the way you should take,the road dropping away from you as if leaving youto walk on thin air, then catching you, holding you up, when you thought you would fall,and the way forward always in the endthe way that you followed, the way that carried youinto your future, that brought you to this place, no matter that it sometimes took your promise from you, no matter that it had to break your heart along the way. David Whyte from ‘Santiago’ in Pilgrim

We hear from our members about their need to findways to carry peace to others through times of challengeand change - and the need to reduce the impact ofisolation that these challenges can mean.We hear their need for establishing the routines andrituals that mark and honour significant turning pointsand the crossing of thresholds; the way we welcome,observe, celebrate and farewell.We hear from our members that they are looking fordeeper ways to recognise and respond to older peopleon a daily basis that makes them feel seen and knownand safe.More than ever, person-centred care is widely acceptedas a standard but a tension exists within the sectorbetween offering this level of care, regulatory changesand the level of resources available.Meaningful Ageing Australia is on a mission to helpprovide the sector with the leadership and the resourcesthey need to be able to ensure every person in their care- be it residential or community-based - experiencesmeaning, purpose and connectedness in their lives.This means advocating on our members’ behalf andelevating the role of advanced practitioners and ensuringtheir professionalism is recognised. It means creatingpractical resources and programs to support aged careproviders to build staff confidence and capability so thatthey can integrate emotional support and spiritual careinto their day to day work.Ensuring older people can continue to experiencemeaning, purpose and connectedness is spiritual care. And it’s our reason for being.OURREASONFOR BEING12

Meaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024OUR MEMBERSat 30 June 2024Adventist Senior LivingAnglican Care (Newcastle)ArcareAshfield Baptist HomesAunty GraceBaptcareBaptistCare NSW/ACT & WABarossa VillageBarunga Village Inc.Belvedere Aged CareBene Aged CareBrightwater Care GroupCalvary Aged and Community CareServicesCapecareCarinityCarringtonCatholic Health Catholic HomesCatholicCare SydneyChristadelphian Aged CareChurches of Christ in QueenslandCity of OnkaparingaCity of Port Adelaide EnfieldCorumbeneDoutta Galla Aged ServicesDunbar HomesEchuca Community for the AgedEldercareFitzgerald Memorial Aged CareFresh Hope CommunitiesHall & PriorHammondCareHarbisonHope Holistic CareIllawarra Diggers Aged and Community CareJoCare-Caring for NeighboursKalyra CommunitiesLife CareLiving Bridge Community CareLutheran Homes Group (formerly LHIRetirement Services)Lutheran ServicesMaroba Caring CommunitiesMercy CommunityMercyCareMt Gravatt Community Centre IncMulticultural Services CentreNurseWatch HealthcarePeninsula Palms Aged and CommunityServicesPennwood VillageRAAFA WAResthavenRight At Home - Padstow St GeorgeRSL Care SASawtell Catholic CareSeventh-day Adventist Aged Care (SouthQueensland)Meaningful Ageing Australia is a membership-based not-for-profit organisation. Our members areorganisations and groups that support older people.13

Southern Cross Care (Broken Hill)Southern Cross Care (Qld)St Agnes’ Care and Lifestyle (Catholic Careof the Aged Port Macquarie)St Basil's Aged Care Services WASt Mary's VillaSummitCareThe Forrest CentreThe Salvation Army Aged CareTwilight Aged CareUniting AgeWellUniting NSW.ACTUnitingCare QLDUnitingSAUPA of NSWVasey RSL CareVital Home Health ServicesVMCHWarrigalWesley Mission QldWongaburra SocietyYorke and Northern Local Health NetworkMeaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024OUR MEMBERSat 30 June 2024Number of Residentialplaces our membersrepresent 67,149Number of Home Careplaces our membersrepresent 89Number of RestorativeCare places our members represent 537Providers, services and places in aged care An aged care provider (or organisation) manages an aged care service. Providers may operate a number of different services, sometimes across differentcare programs. A service is a care facility that provides aged care, such as residential care, or an outlet that provides home support. 14

Meaningful Ageing situates Spiritual Carecentrally within the context of holistic personcentre care. In an aspect of aged care that formany is difficult to quantify or explain, theyprovide the resources for us to clearly identifyand evaluate Spiritual Care as part of amultidisciplinary approach.Our MAA membership gives so much value interms of excellent advice, practical resources andleading the way in cutting-edge practice. I greatlyrespect the MAA team who bring such a depth ofknowledge, breadth of experience, and wisdom inrelation to pastoral and spiritual care. Anotherreason for our membership is our way ofcontributing to the advocacy work of MAA inhighlighting the importance of pastoral andspiritual care to policymakers, government, andother organisations working with older people.MEMBER QUOTESThe MAA resources for members areoutstanding and the team at MAA are caring,approachable, and very knowledgeable. Theymake providing spiritual care straightforwardand meaningful, both for practitioners and forthe older people we work with, and this ispure gold.

For every olderperson to feel at easein their life so theyknow and feelbelonging,connection, and asense of wholenessOURVISION

OUR MISSIONTo support older people by promoting an inclusiveunderstanding of spiritual care, developing capabilitiesand confidence to recognise and enable spiritual care, andadvocating for the value for spiritual careOUR VALUESWisdomBy engaging with our diverse communities’ cultures,beliefs, and traditions we can reflect, learn and deepenour capacity to support older people’s spiritualityPartneringBy joining with others, we can extend and complementour capabilities to have a stronger impact in our workEngagementBy representing, educating and consulting we create anenvironment for others to share and advance the need forspiritual careMeaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024

Meaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024OUR LAST12 MONTHS

July - September 2023 Warin (moth & funghi) into Guling (wattle& orchid) till Poorneet (tadpole) Silver Rainbow We became passionate and proud members of the LGBTIQ+ HealthAustralia Silver Rainbow advisory group. L to R: Tom Symondson, CEO of ACCPA;Lisa Orcher, CEO of NATSIAACC; RachaelWass, CEO of Meaningful Ageing Australia NATSIAACC Launch We were proud to attend the National Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander Ageing & Aged Care Council (NATSIAACC) official launchat Australian Parliament House, Canberra on 31 July 2023.MAAEVENTSMeaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024Website refresh & LMS Modules Working with one of our key business services partners, Thrivase, we were able to refreshthe MAA website to make it a more effective marketing tool as well as a much moreeffective resource for our members and affiliates. This refresh and update also includedadding more Learning Management System (LMS) modules for our memberorganisations. Ntegrity Marketing and Brand Identity Against the changing backdrop of the aged care sector, this project working with Ntegritysaw us better identify our target audiences of members, affiliates and advocacy groups aswell as our broader audience of retirees. The work provided us with a roadmap ofmarketing and communications priorities to focus on over the coming 12 months.registrations771‘Real strategies andexamples that can betranslated to staff andhave a positiveoutcome for residents.’

October - December 2023 Poorneet (tadpole) to Gunyang(Kangaroo Apple) MAAEVENTSMeaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024Awakening Compassion Conference Rachael attended the inaugural Awakening Compassion: Igniting theFuture of Healthcare conference - an initiative of UnitingSA. Its aimwas to redefine the healthcare landscape and place hearts and mindsat its core. Keynote speakers included Dr Michael Patterson, aninternationally renowned healthcare chaplain. ACCPA National Conference Long-time collaborator and educator with MAA Lani Morris attendedthis year’s ACCPA conference as part of the team. She presented aconsumer-centred session, ‘Navigating Old Age with a Map and aCompass’, to explore the need for meaning in the lives of olderpeople as they age. ‘Social connectedness is areally important topic, welldone on picking that up’PsychTalks | Breaking the silence: Unveiling theloneliness stigmaOur CEO was an invited panellist for a special PsychTalksevent hosted by the Melbourne School of PsychologicalSciences. This event was in partnership with theContemplative Studies Centre, Meaningful Ageing Australiaand Friends for Good and was part of the international BeingHuman Festival.L to R: Natasha Mitchell Big Ideas, ABC; EmilyUnity (lived experience advocate),Rachael Wass,Meaningful Ageing Australia; Laura Rouhan,Friends for Good; Dr Katie Greenaway, TheUniversity of Melbourne .L to R: Dr MichaelPatterson, Rachael Wass,Meaningful Ageing AustraliaLani Morris, co-founder Map ofOf Meaning Internationalregistrations316

January - March 2024 Biderap (sunny and dry) moving into Luk (Eelseason) MAAEVENTS‘The content was up to date, relevant and delivered in avery sensitive and pastoral way. Well done, great effort’Member and Partner outreach We love to stay connected with our member reps around thecountry as well as other peak bodies and collaborative partners. Usually that is via Zoom and over the phone. Every now and then,however, Marnie and Jacquie get out of the office to catch up inperson!Meaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024Social Impact Fellow graduation cohort 6 2024.MAA team members: Jacq Molloy and Marnie KayCEO Fellowship with Social Impact Hub Rachael undertook a Social Impact Hub fellowship to support herpassion for improving the emotional wellbeing for older peopleand the incredible work of the aged care sector. The work has opened up her awareness to the social impactsector more broadly, the perspectives of organisations on eitherside of the funding and philanthropic side of the coin as well asgetting to know more of the incredible charities, start-ups, for profitand consultancy services and the people who are driven by amission to make the world a better place.registrations38421

April - June 2024 Warin (Wombat season) MAAEVENTSMeaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024Free Palliative Care webinar hosted with Anchor Excellence For the past few years, Meaningful Ageing Australia and AffiliatePartners Anchor Excellence have presented a free workshop forthe sector on Palliative Care. This year, Dr Irene Stein andRachael Wass presented ‘Caring for our Older People -Transitions in Care’. Over 400 people registered for the event. ‘The session was outstanding in terms of content andorganisation. Well done to all!’ ACCPA Care & Ageing Well Expo MAA had a visible presence at this year’s Living Well Expo inMelbourne. This event was a prime opportunity to engage olderpeople and empower them in ageing well by showcasing positiveageing approaches and living solutions and providing access tospeakers on the topic of getting the most out of later years.Attendees were highly positive about spirituality beingrepresented. Listening to love stories: Let’s Chat about Grief - PalliChat On Valentine's Day, our CEO Rachael Wass co-presented with Dr Christopher Hall, CEO of Grief Australia about theirexperiences and lessons learnt about grief, spirituality andenduring love for the bereaved and keeping memories alive forthose who have died. registrations511

Meaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024SECTORREPRESENTATION &ADVOCACY EFFORTSSubmission draft exposure Aged Care Act MAA contributed a Submission for the draft Act that emphasised the importance ofspiritual care and relevance of the National Guidelines approach. We also provided inputseparately for the AAG submission, the Consumer consortium, and the NATSIAACsubmission.NACA Strategic Priority First Nations Working Group Our CEO, Rachael is the co-Chair of the First Nations StrategicPriority group alongside Amber Wells (AAG) under guidance andallyship from Lisa Orcher, CEO of NATSIAACC and other FirstNations advisors. L to R: Robyn Sampson, Baptist CareAustralia; Julie Reeves, ANF; JamesAtkinson, ACES; Rachael Wass, MeaningfulAgeing Australia, Joanna Lee Tan, AHPA;Carolann Barkla, Aged Rights AdvocacyService Meaningful Ageing Australia is seeking to step up ouradvocacy role. This year, we have held roundtablesand produced a discussion paper on how we can fundspiritual care more effectively in the aged caresystem. We are taking this up via avenues such asNACA (of which MAA is a member). Paul Sadler, Board DirectorNational Aged Care Alliance (NACA) RepresentationMAA actively participates in consumer, union, provider and peak body constituency groups.As a member of NACA, we contribute to workforce papers and meet with Department ofHealth and Aged Care Quality Commission stakeholders, Senators and Federal Ministersabout spiritual care in aged care. 23

Palliative Care Week Meaningful Ageing Australia recognised the roadmap released by Palliative CareAustralia, in particular in relation to the revised ACQS and the new Act (when enacted in2025) that underpins access to palliative care as a human right. We continue to encourage and support research in line with the International Consensusof Spiritual Care in Palliative Care for older people. The World Health Organisationstates that it is the ethical duty of healthcare professionals to alleviate not only physicalpain but also spiritual suffering. Meaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2022-2023SECTORREPRESENTATION &ADVOCACY EFFORTSPhoto L to R: Craig Gear OAM, CEO Older Persons Advocacy Network;Rachael Wass, CEO Meaningful Ageing Australia; Lisa Orcher, CEONATSIAACC; and Camilla Rowland, CEO Palliative Care AustraliaParliamentary Friends for Aged Care -Palliative Care at HomeWe took part in a thoughtful conversation thatexplored the significant role that better ‘care athome’ options can play for those facingchallenges such as dementia and cancer, and forthose members of First Nations communities. Aged Care Quality Sector (ACQS) Reference GroupMeaningful Ageing Australia was reappointed as a member of the Aged Care QualitySector Reference Group till June 2025. This past year, MAA engaged during consultationperiods involving the revised ACQS, STAR ratings, Digital strategy, Quality Indicators andother sector programs to ensure spiritual needs are represented. Meaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024Aged Care Quality Consumer Reference GroupRachael Wass was reappointed, representing spiritual care for older people and theircarers. Rachael provided input into consumer resources and feedback on new materialssurrounding the introduction of, and education materials to support, the revised ACQS.She also participated in focus groups for the review of My Aged Care and other services. 24

SECTORREPRESENTATION &ADVOCACY EFFORTSRoundtable Discussions: Funding Spiritual Care In April and May 2024, we conducted three online roundtables to explore and examinehow spiritual care is, and could be, funded in Australia’s aged care system.These roundtables were facilitated by Rachael Wass and assisted by Paul Sadler, MAABoard Director, and Cynthia Payne/Carla Beheram of Anchor Excellence.A report was then prepared by Paul Sadler. The following organisations participated in these roundtable discussions:Australian Association of GerontologyAmana LivingAnglican Care NewcastleBaptCareBaptcare VIC/TASBaptistCareBaptist Care AustraliaCalvary Health CareCarrington CareCatholic Health AustraliaChurches of Christ QueenslandDoutta Galla Aged CareMercyCareSawtell Health CareScalabrini Aged CareThe Salvation ArmyUnitingUniting AgeWellWesley MissionMeaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-202425

Meaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024Has not changedRemained the sameExceeded0%20%40%60%80%THE CEO LEADERSHIPLUNCH SERIESThis year we held our most extensive MeaningfulAgeing Australia and Prime Super LeadershipLunch series to date. Our leadership breakfastsand lunches were held in Perth, Sydney,Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Wollongong andCanberra.These events, generously sponsored by ourfriends and partners Prime Super, continue to bean important part of Meaningful AgeingAustralia's Executive Leadership Series.Our attendees enjoy this informal opportunity togather with peers and colleagues, includingMeaningful Ageing board members, to discussrelevant hot topics for the sector. And, of course,we enjoy delicious food and a chance to take abreak in our day to enjoy each other’s company.This year we have explored issues related to therevised ACQS and draft Act, 200 minutes of care,funding spiritual care and the National Guidelinesfor Spiritual Care in Aged Care. Has your value of spiritual care for youbeen enhanced as result of this event? 71%29%Leadership Breakfast - Perth, May 2024 Hosted by Brightwater 26

THE CEO LEADERSHIPLUNCH SERIESShiva Gopalan, Deputy ChairMeaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2022-2023The Leadership Lunchseries is supported by Leadership Lunch - Brisbane, Nov 2023 Leadership Lunch - Adelaide, Oct 2023Our Leadership lunches provide a unique opportunity forcollaboration, shared learning and networking with afocus on spiritual care. These gatherings foster opendiscussions on challenges, innovative solutions and bestpractices, enhancing the collective impact on holistichealth for older person. I’ve personally got value fromconnecting with leaders in the area and listening andsharing experiences. Leadership Lunch - Melbourne, March 2024Leadership Lunch - Wollongong, March 2024Leadership Lunch - Sydney, March 2024Leadership Lunch - Canberra, April 2024Meaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024

MULTIFAITHAWARENESS &ENGAGEMENTMeaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024A key focus of our efforts will always be to foster a harmonious and kind community. Over thepast year, we launched a social media campaign to celebrate special days, created a ‘GoldenRule’ poster, and provided members with a bi-annual multifaith calendar program. We alsoengaged multifaith leaders in community practice and hosted free public events. Additionally,our most popular resources, including Multifaith Practices Guide, The Little Things cross-culturallearning program, and the See Me. Know Me Sharing Kit, continue to be widely appreciated. LinkedIn impressions647K28

THE NEXT 12 MONTHS

Continue to strengthen our operating modelCreate a business case for MAA consultingservices Increase social impact and elevate profileDevelop a Theory of Change to support fund raising from grantsand sponsorshipsContinue to create a sustainable financialstrategyEstablish a sponsorship strategy and prospectusNurture collaborative partnershipsDevelop wider influence networks with faith-based associationsand opinion leaders THE NEXT 12 MONTHSI’m looking forward to seeing how MAA canfurther enhance its efforts and initiatives tocontinuously support and positively impact thelives of all Australians as they navigatethrough their unique and diverse ageingjourneys, ensuring they have the resourcesand care they need.Tamika Hirata, Treasurer Meaningful Ageing Australia YEAR 2023-2024

1:51FINANCIALAUDITREPORTCurrent ratio end offinancial year 2023 - 2024

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540For the Year Ended 30 June 2024Financial StatementsMeaningful Ageing Australia32

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540For the Year Ended 30 June 2024ContentsFinancial StatementsDirectors' ReportAuditor's Independence Declaration under Section 60-40 of the Charities and Not-for-profits Commission13456781718PageAct 2012Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive IncomeStatement of Financial PositionStatement of Changes in EquityStatement of Cash FlowsNotes to the Financial StatementsDirectors' DeclarationIndependent Audit ReportMeaningful Ageing Australia33

30 June 2024Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540Directors' ReportThe directors present their report on Meaningful Ageing Australia Ltd for the financial year ended 30 June 2024.DirectorsThe names of the directors in office at any time during, or since the end of, the year are:Names Nick Ryan AdamAdam MclntoshAndrea King Tamika HirataSusan EmersonMaria DimitriadisShiva GopalanPaul SadlerCathryn McMillanJenny Hall PositionChairDeputy (end October 2023) SecretaryTreasurer Deputy (October 2023)1Directors have been in office since the start of the financial year to the date of this report unless otherwise stated.Principal activities and significant changes in nature of activitiesThe principal activities of Meaningful Ageing Australia Ltd during the financial year was to produce evidence-informed, practical resources, run on-line events and engage with government and key agencies in order to positively impact the social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing of people who are accessing aged care and other service.There were no significant changes in the nature of Meaningful Ageing Australia Ltd's principal activities during the financial year.Review of operationsA review of the operations of the Company during the financial year and the results of those operations are disclosed in the financial statements below.Operating resultsThe deficit of the Company after providing for income tax amounted to $ (91,402) (2023: $ (75,342) ).Events after the reporting dateNo matters or circumstances have arisen since the end of the financial year which significantly affected or may significantly affect the operations of the Company, the results of those operations or the state of affairs of the Company in future financial years.Environmental issuesThe Company's operations are not regulated by any significant environmental regulations under a law of the Commonwealth or of a state or territory of Australia. Meaningful Ageing Australia

30 June 2024Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540Directors' ReportDated this day of 2024Director: ...............................................................Nick Ryan ChairpersonBoard Director CEO: ................................................................Rachael WassCEO & Company SecretaryMeaningful Ageing Australia 2Auditor's independence declarationThe auditor's independence declaration in accordance with section 60-40 of the Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Act2012 for the year ended 30 June 2024 has been received and can be found on page 3 of the financial report.Signed in accordance with a resolution of the Board of Directors: 10th October Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540Auditor's Independence Declaration under Section 60-40 of the Charitiesand Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012to the Directors ofMeaningfulAgeing Australia LtdI declare that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, during the year ended 30 June 2024, there have been:Dated this 10th day of Melbourne, Australia 2024Jaco Vorster CA, Registration number 507089on behalf of RJ Sanderson & Associates Pty Ltd(i) no contraventions of the auditor's independence requirements as set out in section 60-40 of the AustralianCharities and Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012 in relation to the audit; and(ii) no contraventions of any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the audit.3OctoberMeaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540For the Year Ended 30 June 2024Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive IncomeRevenueOther incomeEmployee benefits expenseDepreciation and amortisation expenseMarketing Expenses Other expensesDeficit for the yearTotal comprehensive income for the yearNote44The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.2024$334,79672,144(396,097)-(40,393)(61,852)(91,402)(91,402)42023$391,13177,031(443,620)(1,242)(26,022)(72,620)(75,342)(75,342)Meaningful Ageing Australia

As At 30 June 2024Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540Statement of Financial PositionEQUITYAccumulated surplusTOTAL EQUITYASSETSCURRENT ASSETSCash and cash equivalentsTrade and other receivablesTOTAL CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL ASSETSLIABILITIESCURRENT LIABILITIESTrade and other payablesEmployee benefitsOther financial liabilitiesTOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL LIABILITIESNET ASSETS678910NoteThe accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.2024$41,00519,700337,644398,349398,349200,065200,065200,065311,771286,643598,414598,4142023$46,87823,121370,258440,257440,257291,467519,552212,172731,724731,724291,467291,4675Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540For the Year Ended 30 June 2024Statement of Changes in Equity20242023Balance at 1 July 2023 Deficitattributable to the membersBalance at 30 June 2024Balance at 1 July 2022 Deficitattributable to the membersBalance at 30 June 2023The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.Accumulatedsurplus$291,467(91,402)200,065Accumulatedsurplus$366,809(75,342)291,4676Total$291,467(91,402)200,065Total$366,809(75,342)291,467Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540For the Year Ended 30 June 2024Statement of Cash FlowsCASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:Repayment of lease liabilitiesNet cash used in financing activitiesCASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:Receipts from customersPayments to suppliers and employeesInterest receivedNet cash used in operating activitiesNet decrease in cash and cash equivalents heldCash and cash equivalents at beginning of yearCash and cash equivalents at end of financial year614NoteThe accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.2024$--(207,781)519,552311,771320,697(534,219)5,741(207,781)2023$7407,910(547,450)3,519(136,021)(1,390)(1,390)(137,411)656,963519,552Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540For the Year Ended 30 June 2024The financial report covers Meaningful Ageing Australia Ltd as an individual entity. Meaningful Ageing Australia Ltd is a not-for-profit Company, registered and domiciled in Australia. Notes to the Financial StatementsThe functional and presentation currency of Meaningful Ageing Australia Ltd is Australian dollars.Comparatives are consistent with prior years, unless otherwise stated.1 Basis of PreparationIn the opinion of those charged with Governance the Company is not a reporting entity since there are unlikely to existusers of the financial statements who are not able to command the preparation of reports tailored so as to satisfyspecifically all of their information needs. These special purpose financial statements have been prepared to meet thereporting requirements of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012.The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the recognition and measurement requirements of theAustralian Accounting Standards and Accounting Interpretations, and the disclosure requirements of AASB 101Presentation of Financial Statements, AASB 107 Statement of Cash Flows, AASB 108 Accounting Policies, Changes inAccounting Estimates and Errors and AASB 1054 Australian Additional Disclosures.The financial statements have been prepared on an accruals basis and are based on historical costs modified, whereapplicable, by the measurement at fair value of selected non-current assets, financial assets and financial liabilities.Significant accounting policies adopted in the preparation of these financial statements are presented below and areconsistent with prior reporting periods unless otherwise stated.2 Summary of Significant Accounting Policies(a) Revenue and other incomeRevenue from contracts with customersThe core principle of AASB 15 is that revenue is recognised on a basis that reflects the transfer of promisedgoods or services to customers at an amount that reflects the consideration the Company expects to receive inexchange for those goods or services.Generally the timing of the payment for sale of goods and rendering of services corresponds closely to the timingof satisfaction of the performance obligations, however where there is a difference, it will result in the recognitionof a receivable, contract asset or contract liability.None of the revenue streams of the Company have any significant financing terms as there is less than 12months between receipt of funds and satisfaction of performance obligations.Specific revenue streamsThe revenue recognition policies for the principal revenue streams of the Company are:Membership incomeRevenue from provision of membership subscriptions is recognised on receipt.8Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540For the Year Ended 30 June 2024Notes to the Financial Statements2Summary of Significant Accounting Policies(a) Revenue and other incomeSpecific revenue streamsSponsorship incomeSponsorship income is recognised in the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income when theentity obtains control of the income, it is probable that the economic benefits gained from the income will flow tothe entity and the amount of the income can be measured reliably.When sponsorship revenue is received whereby the entity incurs an obligation to deliver economic value directlyback to the contributor, this is considered a reciprocal transaction and the sponsorship revenue is recognised inthe statement of financial position as a liability until the service has been delivered to the contributor, otherwisethe sponsorship revenue is recognised as income on receipt.Grant revenueGovernment grants are recognised at fair value where there is reasonable assurance that the grant will bereceived and all grant conditions will be met. Grants relating to expense items are recognised as income overthe periods necessary to match the grant to the costs they are compensating. Grants relating to assets arecredited to deferred income at fair value and are credited to income over the expected useful life of the asset ona straight-line basis.Other incomeOther income is recognised on an accruals basis when the Company is entitled to it.(b) Income taxThe Company is exempt from income tax under Division 50 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997.(c) Goods and services tax (GST)Revenue, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of goods and services tax (GST), exceptwhere the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).Receivables and payable are stated inclusive of GST.Cash flows in the statement of cash flows are included on a gross basis and the GST component of cash flowsarising from investing and financing activities which is recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority isclassified as operating cash flows.(d) Volunteer servicesNo amounts are included in the financial statements for services donated by volunteers.9Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540For the Year Ended 30 June 2024Notes to the Financial Statements2ClassificationOn initial recognition, the Company classifies its financial assets into the following categories, those measuredat:amortised costfair value through profit or loss - FVTPLFinancial assets are not reclassified subsequent to their initial recognition unless the Company changes itsbusiness model for managing financial assets.Amortised costThe Company's financial assets measured at amortised cost comprise trade and other receivables and cash andcash equivalents in the statement of financial position.Subsequent to initial recognition, these assets are carried at amortised cost using the effective interest ratemethod less provision for impairment.Interest income, foreign exchange gains or losses and impairment are recognised in profit or loss. Gain or losson derecognition is recognised in profit or loss.Financial assets through profit or loss All financial assets not classified as measured at amortised cost or fair value through other comprehensiveincome are measured at FVTPL.Net gains or losses, including any interest or dividend income are recognised in profit or loss (refer to hedgingaccounting policy for derivatives designated as hedging instruments).Summary of Significant Accounting Policies(e) Financial instrumentsFinancial instruments are recognised initially on the date that the Company becomes party to the contractualprovisions of the instrument.On initial recognition, all financial instruments are measured at fair value plus transaction costs (except forinstruments measured at fair value through profit or loss where transaction costs are expensed as incurred).Financial assetsAll recognised financial assets are subsequently measured in their entirety at either amortised cost or fair value,depending on the classification of the financial assets.10Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540For the Year Ended 30 June 2024Notes to the Financial Statements2Summary of Significant Accounting Policies(e) Financial instrumentsFinancial assetsImpairment of financial assetsImpairment of financial assets is recognised on an expected credit loss (ECL) basis for the following assets:financial assets measured at amortised cost.When determining whether the credit risk of a financial assets has increased significantly since initial recognitionand when estimating ECL, the Company considers reasonable and supportable information that is relevant andavailable without undue cost or effort. This includes both quantitative and qualitative information and analysisbased on the Company's historical experience and informed credit assessment and including forward lookinginformation.The Company uses the presumption that an asset which is more than 30 days past due has seen a significantincrease in credit risk.The Company uses the presumption that a financial asset is in default when:the other party is unlikely to pay its credit obligations to the Company in full, without recourse to theCompany to actions such as realising security (if any is held); orthe financial assets is more than 90 days past due.Credit losses are measured as the present value of the difference between the cash flows due to the Companyin accordance with the contract and the cash flows expected to be received. This is applied using a probabilityweighted approach.Trade receivablesImpairment of trade receivables have been determined using the simplified approach in AASB 9 which uses anestimation of lifetime expected credit losses. The Company has determined the probability of non-payment of thereceivable and multiplied this by the amount of the expected loss arising from default.The amount of the impairment is recorded in a separate allowance account with the loss being recognised infinance expense. Once the receivable is determined to be uncollectable then the gross carrying amount iswritten off against the associated allowance.Where the Company renegotiates the terms of trade receivables due from certain customers, the new expectedcash flows are discounted at the original effective interest rate and any resulting difference to the carrying valueis recognised in profit or loss.Other financial assets measured at amortised costImpairment of other financial assets measured at amortised cost are determined using the expected credit lossmodel in AASB 9. On initial recognition of the asset, an estimate of the expected credit losses for the next 12months is recognised. Where the asset has experienced significant increase in credit risk then the lifetime lossesare estimated and recognised.11Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540For the Year Ended 30 June 2024Notes to the Financial Statements32Summary of Significant Accounting Policies(e) Financial instrumentsFinancial liabilitiesThe Company measures all financial liabilities initially at fair value less transaction costs, subsequently financialliabilities are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method.The financial liabilities of the Company comprise trade payables and other loans.(f) Impairment of non-financial assetsAt the end of each reporting period the Company determines whether there is evidence of an impairmentindicator for non-financial assets.Where an indicator exists and regardless for indefinite life intangible assets and intangible assets not yetavailable for use, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated.Where assets do not operate independently of other assets, the recoverable amount of the relevant cash-generating unit (CGU) is estimated.The recoverable amount of an asset or CGU is the higher of the fair value less costs of disposal and the value inuse. Value in use is the present value of the future cash flows expected to be derived from an asset or cash-generating unit.Where the recoverable amount is less than the carrying amount, an impairment loss is recognised in profit orloss.Reversal indicators are considered in subsequent periods for all assets which have suffered an impairment loss.(g) Cash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalents comprises cash on hand, demand deposits and short-term investments which arereadily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of change in value.(h) Employee benefitsProvision is made for the Company's liability for employee benefits, those benefits that are expected to be whollysettled within one year have been measured at the amounts expected to be paid when the liability is settled.Defined contribution schemesObligations for contributions to defined contribution superannuation plans are recognised as an employee benefitexpense in profit or loss in the periods in which services are provided by employees.Critical Accounting Estimates and JudgmentsThose charged with governance make estimates and judgements during the preparation of these financial statementsregarding assumptions about current and future events affecting transactions and balances.These estimates and judgements are based on the best information available at the time of preparing the financialstatements, however as additional information is known then the actual results may differ from the estimates.12Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540For the Year Ended 30 June 2024Notes to the Financial Statements345Employee benefits expenseDepreciation expenseOther Income-sponsorship income-interest received-workers' compensation received-affiliate and education income-other income- grantsResult for the YearThe result for the year includes the following specific expenses:Volunteer services not recognisedNo amounts are included in the financial statements for services donated by volunteers.(a) Other Income breakup2024$50,0005,741-15,977426-72,1442024$396,097-2023$2023$443,6201,24250,0003,5191,81912,8279467,92077,031Critical Accounting Estimates and JudgmentsThe significant estimates and judgements made have been described below.Key estimates - receivablesThe receivables at reporting date have been reviewed to determine whether there is any objective evidence that any ofthe receivables are impaired. An impairment provision is included for any receivable where the entire balance is notconsidered collectible. The impairment provision is based on the best information at the reporting date.Revenue and IncomeRevenue2024 2023$$Revenue from contracts with customers (AASB 15)-sale of goods-member subscriptionsTotal Revenue4,477330,319334,7967,992383,139391,13113Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540For the Year Ended 30 June 2024Notes to the Financial Statements6789Cash at bank and in handDeposits at callCash and Cash EquivalentsTrade and Other ReceivablesCurrent liabilitiesLong service leaveProvision for employee benefitsCURRENTTrade payablesGST payableSundry payables and accrued expenses2024$177,616134,155311,7712,27317,42719,7002023$277,635241,917519,5521,18421,93723,1212024 2023$$CURRENTTrade receivablesPrepayments Deposits Total current trade and other receivables282,303208,416-3,756212,1723,038 1,302 286,643The carrying value of trade receivables is considered a reasonable approximation of fair value due to the short-termnature of the balances.The maximum exposure to credit risk at the reporting date is the fair value of each class of receivable in the financialstatements.Trade and Other Payables2024 2023$$1457232,6277,806 41,005 1,71234,92410,24246,878Trade and other payables are unsecured, non-interest bearing and are normally settled within 30 days. The carryingvalue of trade and other payables is considered a reasonable approximation of fair value due to the short-term nature ofthe balances.Employee Benefits2024 2023 $$Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540For the Year Ended 30 June 2024Notes to the Financial Statements101314Other Financial LiabilitiesCURRENTMembership fees in advanceDeficit for the yearCash flows excluded from profit attributable to operatingactivitiesNon-cash flows in profit:- depreciationChanges in assets and liabilities:-increase in trade and other receivables-decrease in trade and other payables-(decrease)/increase in employee benefitsCashflows from operationsRemuneration of the auditor RJ Sanderson & Associates Pty Ltd, for:-auditing or reviewing the financial statements2024$337,6443,000-(74,471)(38,487)(3,421)(207,781)2023$11 Members' GuaranteeThe Company is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012 and is a Companylimited by guarantee. If the Company is wound up, the constitution states that each member is required to contribute amaximum of $ 10 each towards meeting any outstanding obligations of the Company. At 30 June 2024 the number ofmembers was 110 (2023: 110).12 Auditors' Remuneration2024 2023$$3,000370,25815ContingenciesIn the opinion of those charged with governance, the Company did not have any contingencies at 30 June 2024 (30June 2023:None).Cash Flow Information(a) Reconciliation of result for the year to cashflows from operating activitiesReconciliation of net income to net cash provided by operating activities:2024 2023$ $(91,402) (75,342)1,242(10,616)(61,529)10,224(136,021)Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540For the Year Ended 30 June 2024Notes to the Financial Statements15Statutory InformationThe registered office and principal place of business of the company is:Meaningful Ageing Australia Ltd54 Wellington StreetCOLLINGWOOD VIC 306616Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdABN: 78 124 451 540Directors' DeclarationThe Directors' declare that in the Directors' opinion:Dated this day of 2024Director .............................................................. Nick RyanDirector ...............................................................Tamika HirataTreasurerBoard Directorthere are reasonable grounds to believe that the registered entity is able to pay all of its debts, as and when theybecome due and payable; andthe financial statements and notes satisfy the requirements of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits CommissionAct 2012.Signed in accordance with subsection 60.15(2) of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission Regulation 2013.17 10th , ChairpersonBoard Director October, Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdIndependent Audit Report to the members of Meaningful Ageing AustraliaLtdReport on the Audit of the Financial Report18OpinionWe have audited the financial report of Meaningful Ageing Australia Ltd, which comprises the statement of financial positionas at 30 June 2024, the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income, the statement of changes in equity andthe statement of cash flows for the year then ended, and notes to the financial statements, including a summary of significantaccounting policies, and the Directors' declaration.In our opinion the financial report of Meaningful Ageing Australia Ltd has been prepared in accordance with Division 60 of theAustralian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012, including:(i) giving a true and fair view of Company's financial position as at 30 June 2024 and of its financial performance for theyear ended; and(ii)complying with Australian Accounting Standards to the extent described in Note 1, and Division 60 of the AustralianCharities and Not-for-profits Commission Regulation 2013.Basis for OpinionWe conducted our audit in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. Our responsibilities under those standards arefurther described in the Auditor's Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Report section of our report. Weareindependent of Company in accordance with the auditor independence requirements of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012 (ACNC Act) and the ethical requirements of the Accounting Professional and Ethical StandardsBoard's APES 110 Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (including Independence Standards) (the Code) that arerelevant to our audit of the financial report in Australia. We have also fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordancewith the Code.We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for ouropinion.Emphasis of Matter - Basis of AccountingWe draw attention to Note 1 to the financial report, which describes the basis of accounting. The financial report has beenprepared for the purpose of fulfilling Company's financial reporting responsibilities under the ACNC Act. As a result, thefinancial report may not be suitable for another purpose. Our opinion is not modified in respect of this matter.Responsibilities of Responsible Entities for the Financial ReportThe Directors of Company are responsible for the preparation of the financial report that gives a true and fair view and havedetermined that the basis of preparation described in Note 1 to the financial report is appropriate to meet the requirements ofthe ACNC Act and the needs of the members. The Directors' responsibility also includes such internal control as theresponsible entities determine is necessary to enable the preparation of a financial report that gives a true and fair view andis free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.In preparing the financial report, the Directors are responsible for assessing Company's ability to continue as a goingconcern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unlessthe responsible entities either intend to liquidate Company or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to doso.Meaningful Ageing Australia

Meaningful Ageing Australia LtdIndependent Audit Report to the members of Meaningful Ageing AustraliaLtdAuditor's Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Report Dated this Melbourne, Australiaday of 2024Jaco Vorster CA, Registration number 507089,On behalf of RJ Sanderson & Associates Pty LtdOur objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial report as a whole is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of the financial report.1910th October Meaningful Ageing Australia

1. Make a financial donationAs a peak body that does not receive anygovernment funding, we are deeply gratefulto those individuals and organisations whorecognise the value of our work and wish tosupport us in such a meaningful way.All donations of $2 or more are taxdeductibleABN 781 244 51 540Call 1800 618 107Email admin@meaningfulage.org.auor visit www.meaningfulageing.org.au2. Sponsor a projectTalk to us today about our projects that arewaiting for your investment. Become acorporate partner or sponsor and show yourcommitment to the quality of life andemotional wellbeing of older people.3. Become a memberMembership of Meaningful Ageing Australia isopen to aged care orgnisations who providesupport, care and/or accommodation for olderpeople in Australia. Our members are big and small, faith-basedand no-faith, rural and urban all around thecountry. One thing they all have in common isthat they are part of a collective effort toensure older people have peace of mind andaccess to high quality holistic care.3 WAYS TO SUPPORTOUR WORK

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