In Australia, there is a national drive to improve outcomes for vulnerable children through targeted interventions, but more needs to be done to improve service and system level responses, lift workforce…
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Our governments have failed us. They have failed our youth, they have failed vulnerable women, and men over 50 and every other person in between who for many reasons have…
The unique experiences of children and young people in the context of family violence are often overlooked, which can impact negatively into their future. How can we shift attitudes and…
Ending Homelessness The last Census shows that, on any given night, at least 30,000 Victorians are without a home (including 6,800 children). They’re living in their car, staying somewhere temporary…
From healthy breakfasts, lunches and holiday food packs to extra support to attend camps and sports events or help with uniforms and other essential items, the Labor Government is standing…
The edition will be launched by the Victorian Minister for Housing Colin Brooks, followed by some presentations, a discussion panel and concluding with a light lunch. Date: Friday, June…
The Victorian Statewide Children’s Resource Program for the Loddon Mallee Region is part of the Loddon Mallee Homelessness Network and is staffed by the Children’s Resource Program Coordinator, who provides…
The City of Greater Bendigo has provided grants to support local groups to hold free Community Christmas meal events in December. The events are aimed at supporting local community connections…
CHIRP has moved to Spencely House at Castlemaine Health. All appointments from 6 June 2022 will be held at Spencely House, Castlemaine Health, 142 Cornish Street. While the address is…
Sunbury COBAW Community Health- Housing Support Program provides assistance to people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The service provides assistance to single adults, families, women and…
The Victorian Government has announced a new zoning levy for all new developments of three or more properties. This levy will contribute to funding new social and affordable housing that…
Everyone has the right to safe and secure housing. Housing Justice knows housing issues are complex, and often the result of other problems in people’s lives, including financial hardship, debt,…
The Victorian Ombudsman has launched an investigation into how public and community housing complaints are handled in a bid to improve processes and ensure fairness. Ombudsman Deborah Glass said effective…