Retirement villages are home to more than 250,000 older Australians, but some residents complain of exorbitant fees, oppressive contracts and a sense of feeling trapped. Retirement villages are home to more than 250,000 older Australians, but some residents complain of exorbitant fees, oppressive contracts and a sense of feeling trapped. Consumer Protection, Aged Care, Older People, Housing Policy, Government and Politics, Federal Government, State and Territory Government Latest business news