Have your say - draft Retirement Villages Regulations

The South Australian government is urging community members to share their views on the proposed regulations that will support the new Retirement Villages (Miscellaneous) Amendment Act 2024, with consultation opening today, 31 March 2025. 

This law, passed by the State Parliament on 27 November 2024, builds on recommendations from an independent review and aims to offer greater consumer protections for those living in or considering retirement villages. 

Key changes include: 

• Improved transparency in contracts and disclosure statements for prospective residents
• Enhanced codes of conduct for retirement village operators, staff and residents
• Stronger emergency procedures and safety standards
• Updated dispute resolution processes and responsibilities for resident committees
• Clearer guidelines for making changes to residence rules

The consultation also explores what information would be helpful to include in a public register of retirement villages, allowing people to make informed decisions when choosing a retirement village. 

The consultation is open for six weeks and will close on Sunday, 11 May 2025.

Residents, their families, and industry stakeholders are encouraged to provide their feedback through the YourSAy website, via email, or in hard copy. 

For further information visit: Your Say