COTA advances the rights, interests and futures of Australians as we age. There is a COTA in each state and territory, each of which is a member of COTA Australia. For over 60 years, COTA has been the peak body representing the interests and views of older Australians. Our members are represented by COTA because we are invited to sit on a wide range of forums, committees, consumer advisory groups and research bodies, both Government and non-Government. These are groups that have the power to bring about change. Collectively, we put people before profit, and advocate, inform & influence both Federal, State & Local Government, the business sector and the general community to deliver better outcomes for people aged 50 and over.