Royal Perth Hospital visited by Australian Actor Royalty

November 12th, 2008 - Media Statement

The WA Centre for Health and Ageing (WACHA) based at Royal Perth Hospital was treated to a special visit from actor Noeline Brown who was visiting in her capacity as Australia's Ambassador for Ageing.

Minister for Ageing Mrs Justine Elliot announced the first ever appointment of an Ambassador for Ageing in April this year in order to promote 'positive ageing'.

Ms Brown met with RPH health professionals and representatives from the WA Centre for Health and Ageing (WACHA), to forge important partnerships and discuss issues relating to ageing in the community.

"I feel this is s great opportunity to learn about ageing and promote healthy and active ageing," Ms Brown said.

"I want to be an example and not just promote healthy and active ageing, but live it."

The Federal Government created the Ambassador for Ageing position to ensure that older Australians have a strong voice, a direct link into Government and a person to promote positive and active ageing.

Ms Brown is one of Australia's best loved actors, a well respected media personality, an active community member and an Australia Day Ambassador.

She has had a long and successful career in radio, television and theatre and is known for her roles in Blankety Blanks and The Naked Vicar Show and recently appeared in the film 'Razzle Dazzle' and the TV series "Dancing with the Stars".

Ms Brown already speaks on the subject of healthy ageing to clubs and volunteer groups around the nation and is involved in a range of activities and events that promote positive and active ageing within the community.

"I enjoy the opportunity to travel and meet new people and because people know me from TV they see me as non-threatening and are happy to come and talk to me and give me their thoughts," Ms Brown said.

Next year Ms Brown is looking forward to continuing her ambassadorial duties and explode some of the myths related to ageing.

"It is important that people realise that ageing people are still useful and have a great deal to contribute to society," Ms Brown said.

For more information please contact:
Joanne Hill
Public Relations
Royal Perth Hospital
Mobile: 0404 894 034