How does Australia mark this International Animal Rights Day?
It has been 26 years since the rights of animals have been recognised across Australia and beyond.…
welfare
Report reveals increase in children receiving protection services
Data released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has revealed an increase in the…
Is Universal Basic Income Needed in the Age of AI?
Amidst the rise of AI many different jobs are under threat of automation, if they haven't…
The Wealth Gap is Widening – New Research
New research by the Australian Council of Social Services (ACOSS) in partnership with UNSW Sydney is…
JobSeeker to Stagnate This Budget Season
JobSeeker payments will reportedly go up for people above the age of 55, with those below…
Emergency Relief Fund for Youpla Funeral Insurance Claimants
Scammed, frustrated, and betrayed. Youpla, previously known as the Australian Community Benefit Fund (ACBF), is a…
Low incomers not a ‘snap back’ between lockdowns
Image:Image: Shutterstock - MCarper For Australians with low income and in welfare, this year was difficult…
Cashless Debit Welfare Card Trial Extended
Cashless welfare cards have been trialled across regional Australian in towns like Ceduna in South Australia…
Drug Testing Risks Further Marginalising Welfare Participants
Despite similar proposals being rejected in previous years, the Morrison Government are proposing a new trial…
Centrelink: Australia’s Best and Worst Safety Net
For some time now the Newstart Benefit has been criticised as an unlivable amount to be…
The State of Homelessness As Winter Arrives in Sydney
The recent death of Courtney Herron has brought homelessness into the spotlight. Over 200 people each…
Senate Inquiry Into ParentsNext Program
Under the controversial Parents Next scheme, welfare payments have been suspended or even terminated for single…