Ambassador for Ageing

Information about the Ambassador for Ageing position.

The Australian Government has established an Ambassador for Ageing to promote activities that ensure our communities value and respect older people. Ms Noeline Brown was appointed as the first Ambassador by the Minister for Ageing, the Hon Justine Elliot MP on 12 April 2008. A media release was issued on 12 April 2008 detailing Ms Browns appointment.

The role of the Ambassador is to promote healthy, positive and active ageing messages within the community; lead promotional activities to ensure our communities value and respect older people; and explain Government programs and initiatives to the public including assisting older people to be aware of programs and how to access them.

To arrange an interview/event with Ms Brown, please contact Toni McLennan, Public Affairs, Department of Health and Ageing, phone: 0402 674 457 .