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New report highlights importance of Indigenous-led solutions to improve outcomes
A new Productivity Commission report measuring the wellbeing of Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres...
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Victorian Budget 2020/21 creates a stronger, more cohesive state
The Victorian Government’s 2020/21 Budget, handed down today, provides unprecedented funding...
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Victorian Government’s social housing spend a step towards a stronger state
The Victorian Government’s $5.3 billion investment into social and affordable housing, announced...
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New funding a step towards goal of every Victorian having access to safe and secure housing
The Victorian Government’s $9.8 million funding to extend the emergency accommodation of people experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic, and plan pathways into longterm housing, is a positive step towards the goal of every Victorian having access to safe and secure housing, says...
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Second medically supervised injecting room will save lives for Victorians struggling with addiction
Jesuit Social Services welcomes Victoria’s second medically supervised injecting room, announced today by the Victorian Government. ...
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Social security boost welcome; longer-term support needed
The Federal Government’s decision to temporarily boost the Jobseeker Allowance (formerly known as Newstart) and the Youth Allowance Job Seeker payment for six months during the unfolding COVID-19 health crisis is extremely welcome – and demonstrates the need for longer-term solutions to support...