Minister's announcement: Better protection for retirement village residents under new laws

Last updated: 01 August 2026

Commerce Minister Dr Tony Buti has released the following media statement: Better protection for retirement village residents under new laws

Key points:

  • Retirement village residents to benefit from new laws starting 1 September
  • Time limit put on exit entitlement payouts with option to direct them to aged care costs
  • Five-stage roll-out includes budget consultation and new closure rules
  • Cook Labor Government delivering sensible and effective law reform

Further information about key changes in the legislation can be found here: www.consumerprotection.wa.gov.au/retirement-village-law-reforms