{"id":106026,"date":"2026-05-22T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-21T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/goldenplains\/?p=106026"},"modified":"2026-05-21T10:08:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T00:08:33","slug":"more-than-just-an-expo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/goldenplains\/news\/more-than-just-an-expo\/","title":{"rendered":"More than just an expo&#8230;"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>AGED &amp; Disability Expo Australia is set to host one of Australia&#8217;s biggest community events for the aged care and disability sector as the takes over the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on 19\u201320 June 2026.<\/p>\n<p>The two day expo will bring together leading aged care providers, disability organisations, allied health professionals, support services, community groups, and innovative businesses from across Australia.<\/p>\n<p>The event is designed to connect attendees directly with trusted providers while creating valuable networking and business opportunities for organisations.<\/p>\n<p>Aged &amp; Disability Expo Australia was founded through compassion, lived experience, and over 30 years of combined industry experience supporting vulnerable individuals and families.<\/p>\n<p>More than just an expo, the event aims to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where people can discover services, build meaningful connections, and access support that can genuinely change lives.<\/p>\n<p>Visitors can explore exhibitors, enjoy live entertainment, giveaways, community activities, information sessions, and connect face to face with organisations that provide real support and solutions. 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