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  1. Get to know us

Get to know us

Our vision

A world where older people are respected, included, and have the opportunity to age well.

Our mission

As a global leader in translational research into ageing, we build evidence to improve health and aged care systems, policies and practices which promote health, wellbeing and quality of life for older people.

We value

Excellence
Collaboration
Inclusion
Integrity

See our values in action

Three older women of asian background outdoors in the garden

We developed an age-positive language guide to provide practical examples of how we can combat ageism.

Read the Age-Positive Language Guide

Woman standing on exercise equipment in a seniors exercise park

We partnered with multiple organisations to create age-friendly outdoor exercise spaces for older people. 

Find out more about ENJOY and the Seniors Exercise Parks

We worked with family carers to co-design a video resource about caring for someone with dementia. 

Watch the video: ‘Finding my way: Sharing tips on supporting people living with dementia’

Our highlights and financial statements

Our highlights and financial statements

Our Highlights Reports give a snapshot of our research, projects and achievements for each year. Read more

Published: 23rd July, 2025

Author: Kathryn Squires

Our history and constitution

Our history and constitution

The National Ageing Research Institute has been at the forefront of ageing research in Australia for nearly 50 years. Read more

Published: 20th April, 2020

Updated: 23rd July, 2025

Author:

Our impact

Our impact

NARI's impact ensures that our work contributes to improved health and wellbeing, a stronger economy, and a more vibrant and cohesive society. Read more

Published: 19th February, 2025

Updated: 23rd July, 2025

Author: Kathryn Squires

Our people

Our people

Get to know all the people that make NARI special - from our ambassadors and board members, to our researchers and professional services staff, to our volunteers. Read more

Published: 23rd July, 2025

Author: Kathryn Squires

Our Reconciliation Action Plan

Our Reconciliation Action Plan

NARI’s Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) formally begins our journey to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and embed reconciliation into every aspect of our work. Read more

Published: 24th June, 2026

Updated: 26th June, 2026

Author: Kathryn Squires

Our research programs

Our research programs

We are Australia’s leading independent, non-profit medical research institute dedicated to ageing and aged care research. We specialize in translational research, accelerating change in policy and practice. Read more

Published: 19th February, 2025

Updated: 23rd July, 2025

Author: Kathryn Squires

Our strategy

Our strategy

Our strategy for 2025 - 2029 captures our passion and commitment to making a measurable difference to the lives of older people. Read more

Published: 10th April, 2025

Updated: 27th November, 2025

Author: Kathryn Squires

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  • Our Reconciliation Action Plan

    Our Reconciliation Action Plan

    NARI’s Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) formally begins our journey to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and embed reconciliation into every aspect of our work.

  • 2025 Highlights Report

    The National Ageing Research Institute's 2025 Highlights Report

  • Seminars in Ageing: Geriatric Oncology and Radiotherapy

    Catch up on our July Seminar in Ageing where A/Prof Penny Mackenzie from the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital discusses Geriatric Oncology and Radiotherapy.

  • Pinyi Zou

    Pinyi is a Research Assistant with a Bachelor of Biomedicine from the University of Melbourne, majoring in Human Structure and Function. She is interested in healthy ageing, dementia research, and culturally inclusive healthcare, with experience in healthcare administration, volunteering, and participant support.

Most read

  • Falls risk for older people in the community: FROP-Com

    The Falls Risk for Older People in the Community (FROP-Com and FROP-Com Screen) are tools used in the community for assessment or screening of falls risk.

  • Age-positive language guide

    Age-positive language guide

    As part of our commitment to combatting ageism, NARI has developed an age-positive language guide. The guide provides practical examples of how words, phrases, and images can better portray older people and combat ageism.

  • Indigenous cognitive assessment: Regional and urban KICA

    The regional and urban KICA is an instrument to assess dementia in older Aboriginal people in regional and urban settings.

  • Where are the seniors exercise parks?

    Where are the seniors exercise parks?

    Seniors exercise parks are located across Melbourne and regional Victoria.

  • Healthy Ageing Quiz

    Healthy Ageing Quiz

    If you're 50 or over, take our Healthy Ageing Quiz to find out if you're on the right track to age well.

  • Victorian falls and balance service directory

    Victorian falls and balance service directory

    The Victorian Falls and Balance Service Directory provides details of the clinics and programs operated by public hospitals and community health services in Victoria for older people who have had a fall or are at risk of falling.

  • What is the Seniors Exercise Park?

    What is the Seniors Exercise Park?

    The Seniors Exercise Park is an outdoor exercise equipment includes multiple stations specifically designed for older people to improve strength, balance, joint movements, mobility and function.

  • How to stay active at home - Exercises for older people

    How to stay active at home - Exercises for older people

    NARI's exercise videos can help older people stay active at home, particularly during times when you may not be as physically active outdoors. The exercises were developed by allied health professionals with expertise in exercise for older people.

  • Pain Management Guide (PMG) Toolkit for Aged Care, 2nd edition

    The PMG toolkit, 2nd edition is a free resource to help implement the book Pain in Residential Aged Care Facilities: Management Strategies, 2nd Edition.

  • Research participants

    Research participants

    Make a difference in the lives of older people and those who care for them by volunteering to be involved in research.

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The National Ageing Research Institute acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung people on whose country our office is located. As a national organisation we acknowledge the traditional owners of the lands and waters across Australia. We pay our respect to Elders past and present and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples including members of the Stolen Generations.

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34-54 Poplar Road (via Gate 4)
Parkville Victoria 3052
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PO Box 2127
Royal Melbourne Hospital
Victoria 3050
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Email: NARI Reception

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