Kirinari Community Services

17/02/2026

This week, Kirinari Chief Executive Officer Diane Lynch appeared before the Senate Community Affairs Committee Inquiry into the transition of the Commonwealth Home Support Programme to the new Support at Home Program.

Ms Lynch highlighted the importance of policy settings that reflect the realities of where Australians live. “Unless you expect everyone to migrate to metropolitan areas, there needs to be solutions that account for where people live. If people receive the care they need in their own home, this relieves pressure on regional hospitals,” she said.

She also emphasised the need to recognise the operational impacts of reform, noting that “the Support at Home model is more complex, and greater complexity directly translates into greater cost.”

Kirinari welcomes the opportunity to provide our regional perspective on the transition to Support at Home. We must ensure everyone can live a good life in their own home.

You can read our full submission to the Inquiry here: https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Senate/Community_Affairs/CHSPTransition/Submissions

16/02/2026

We’re excited to be delivering WorkFoundations in Albury! ⭐

WorkFoundations is a six-month government-funded program supporting young people aged 16–25 who have faced barriers to finding or keeping a job.

Participants get paid, real-world experience with local businesses two days a week, plus half a day of training and one-on-one support with Kirinari. Kirinari also provides wraparound support throughout, working with both participants and employers to build confidence, skills and pathways into ongoing employment. ✔️

We look forward to sharing more updates as the program rolls out!

08/02/2026

Kirinari is excited to open expressions of interest for a signature artwork that will represent our First Nations story, identity, and commitment to inclusion, respect, and cultural connection.

This commissioned piece will play a central role in our Reconciliation journey and the development of our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) with Reconciliation Australia.
⏰ Closes: 5 pm, 2 March 2026
🌟Open to all First Nations artists

You can learn more about this exciting opportunity by visiting
https://kirinari.com.au/first-nations-artwork-tender/

Kirinari is commissioning a signature artwork to represent our story, identity and Reconciliation journey. Tender now open!

03/02/2026

Everyone deserves access to quality care, no matter where they live.

Kirinari has have made a submission to the Senate Committee Inquiry into The Transition of the Commonwealth Home Support Program to the Support at Home Program.

As Australia’s largest regional provider of human services, we see every day that delivering care in the regions is different.

Travel distances, thin markets and workforce pressures mean regional providers simply can’t match an hour of care to an hour of funding under metropolitan designed models.

Policy designed in the cities must not forget the realities of the regions. Kirinari will continue to advocate for models that ensure regional Australians are not left behind simply because of where they live.

Our submission highlighted these challenges, with case studies on our experience of the Support at Home Program. This can be read in full on the Committee webpage: https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Senate/Community_Affairs/CHSPTransition/Submissions

02/02/2026

CHSP and Support at Home both provide essential supports for older Australians – but they offer different levels of care.

✅CHSP is ideal if you need a little help now and then — such as basic assistance to stay independent and connected in your community.

✅Support at Home, on the other hand, is a more comprehensive home care program designed for people who need regular, coordinated support to live safely and well at home.

To help you work out which option might be right for you or a loved one, we’ve outlined the key differences below
https://kirinari.com.au/support-at-home-vs-commonwealth.../

01/02/2026

📣Exciting News!📣

Kirinari is proud to be the Accessibility Partner for the Bathurst NRL in 2026, which will see the Penrith Panthers take on the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks on Saturday 14 March!

At halftime, keep an eye out for something special - players from Kirinari’s Storm and Lightning teams will take to the field for an all-abilities touch football showcase under the big lights, in front of a crowd of 10,000 fans.

It’s shaping up to be an unforgettable night, and we can’t wait to cheer them on! 🏉👏

Tickets are still available:🎟️
https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50541/nrl-telstra-premiership-penrith-panthers-v-cronulla-sutherland-sharks

Bathurst Regional Council Events

29/01/2026

In this episode of Riding with Robbie, we hear from the incredible Barb Murray - a much-loved Albury icon with a story that stays with you.

Barb generously opens up about her early years at the Murrayvale Girls Home, her working life and the meaningful volunteer work she continues today with Meals on Wheels.

Tune in wherever you get your podcasts to hear Barb's heartfelt reflections and wisdom. ✨

26/01/2026

What’s happening to supplements under Support at Home?

Most supplements are now built into the new funding model for fairness and simplicity. If you were already receiving supplements before Support at Home, you will continue to receive the same level of support.

🌟Here’s a summary of the changes:

•Dementia & Cognition – Built into packages
•Veterans – Supplement continues
• Oxygen & Feeding – Built into packages
• Continence – Built into packages
• Viability – Built into packages
• Hardship – Supplement continues

Read more 👇


https://kirinari.com.au/support-at-home-is-here-your-top-questions-answered/?utm_content=sked_6940e235705c79b7a2faad87&utm_medium=social&utm_name=sked&utm_source=facebook

We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions to help you access the information you need to make informed decisions about your care.

25/01/2026

Due to the Australia Day public holiday, our offices will be closed today. Essential services will continue as usual.

20/01/2026

From group activities to in-home support, our Healthy Ageing services help you enjoy life to the fullest.

Find out more:
💻 kirinari.com.au
📞 1300 547 462
✉️ hello@kirinari.com.au

19/01/2026

🌟Under Support at Home, Kirinari offers:
✅Ongoing Care – personal care, domestic assistance, social support, transport, respite and nursing.
✅Assistive Technology & Home Modifications – mobility aids, fall detectors and home changes.

Call us today on 1300 547 462 or visit us online to learn more.

https://kirinari.com.au/service/in-home-care/?utm_content=sked_6940dde04d954d20212d71c0&utm_medium=social&utm_name=sked&utm_source=facebook

Take charge of your own life and live more independently through our in-home aged care support services for the elderly.

16/01/2026

Last year, we had the pleasure of sponsoring Friends of Mrs York’s Garden to create a series of mosaic totem poles, each depicting the unique flora and fauna found throughout the garden.

A couple of weeks ago, these beautiful totem poles were officially unveiled, marking the completion of the project.

If you’re visiting Port Macquarie, be sure to stop by the garden and see them for yourself! 🌼