Policy and Research
The Little Book of Good Things
An inspiring new publication that shines a light on the resilience, creativity and energy of older Australians. Through powerful individual stories, The Little Book of Good Things showcases the contributions of ordinary Australians doing extraordinary things...
22 Oct 2025
Weathering the Storm: Older Adults and Climate Change in NSW
This report shares findings from a survey of almost 1,000 older adults across NSW, exploring how climate change and extreme weather are affecting their daily lives, health, housing, mobility and social connections.
30 Jun 2025
Voices of Solitude: Loneliness and Social Isolation Among Older Adults in NSW
The NSW Government is shining a spotlight on loneliness through a parliamentary inquiry. It provides us with a timely opportunity to make sure the experiences of older people are acknowledged.
14 Nov 2024
Accessing Information and Support
This study aimed to explore the experiences and perspectives of older adults across New South Wales who seek information about services and support for themselves, their families/friends, and the people they care for.
28 Jun 2024
State of the Older Nation (SOTON) 2023
SEC Newgate Research conducted a nationally-representative online survey with a robust sample of 2,750 Australians aged 50 and over, with quotas set for state and territory, metropolitan and regional areas, gender and age.
30 May 2023
What’s Important to You?
Decisions that affect older people must be based on sound information rather than assumptions. COTA NSW’s latest 50+ report reveals that older voters in the upcoming NSW election are most likely to be influenced by integrity in government...
18 Jan 2023
What Older People Think
Politicians, journalists and members of the public often make assumptions about what older people think based on outdated ideas and…
19 May 2022
State of the Older Nation (SOTON) 2021
This landmark report on the experiences and views of Older Australians tells a story of an older generation often experiencing…
20 Jun 2021
Connections and Community
COTA NSW's second 50+ Report for 2021 looks at older people's connection to their community. Our connection to community can…
08 Apr 2021
Connections in COVID
COTA NSW's first 50+ Report for 2021 has revealed that many older people were resilient in the face of COVID-19 restrictions, and…
28 Mar 2021
Planning for the Final Chapter
Dignity, Respect, Choice. COTA NSW's 2020 50+ Report looks at the levels of knowledge and usage of the legal instruments available…
12 Nov 2020
Debt, rent and homelessness: An insecure future
There are increasing numbers of older people experiencing housing stress and instability. This report highlights the housing…
01 Nov 2018