Media releases

Embracing an electric future will benefit all Victorians

The Victorian Government’s push towards an electric future will result in cleaner, healthier and more affordable energy for all Victorians.

VCOSS initial State Budget response

State Budget provides cost-of-living relief for many, but misses the opportunity to tackle enduring social and economic challenges for low-income Victorians.

Victoria delivers a modest and steady budget.

This budget does just enough to keep critical programs ticking over.

It’s grim: Victorian renters face big struggles three years on

Life remains “grim” for renters, three years after protections were strengthened.

The link between disadvantage and extreme heat in Melbourne

Extreme heat is a threat to everybody, but especially those living in poverty or disadvantage.

Stop power companies slugging low-income customers for marketing costs

Victoria should stop allowing energy retailers to pass on marketing costs to people using Victoria’s no-frills default power offer.

VCOSS appoints new permanent Chief Executive Officer

Juanita Pope has been appointed CEO of the Victorian Council of Social Service.

VCOSS congratulates Dan Andrews on an extraordinary nine years of service

Dan Andrews has lived up to his promise not to waste a minute.

Interactive maps reveal poverty in Victoria remains stubbornly high

We break down which groups are subjected to the most poverty, and where they live.

Juanita Pope appointed as VCOSS Interim CEO

The VCOSS Board has appointed Juanita Pope as VCOSS Interim CEO.

Games’ legacy secured

The Commonwealth Games were always more than a sporting event.

VCOSS CEO Emma King announces departure

The VCOSS CEO is stepping down after 10 years at the helm

Challenging road ahead after “mixed bag” Victorian budget

Victoria has delivered a lean and challenging budget, signalling tough times for many.

Energy regulator urged to scale back price hikes

Social and legal groups oppose planned Vic power price hike

Power bill hike will hurt struggling Victorians

If a power bill storm is about to crash on Victoria, we must raise the levee banks of protection.

VCOSS backs First Nations Voice

Enshrining this Voice in the Constitution will ensure it is never silenced.

We need to get Victoria off gas

In the short term, people need help to pay their bills and stay warm this winter.

Leaving a Games legacy for good

Victoria must grasp the opportunities, avoid the unintended consequences and leave a legacy for good

Statement: Reviving the SEC

A bold energy reform plan.

“I’m over it” – Victorians share their 2022 feelings

A comprehensive report on how Victorians feel—and what they want—after years of COVID stress, restrictions and hardship.

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Embracing an electric future will benefit all Victorians

VCOSS initial State Budget response

Victoria delivers a modest and steady budget.

It’s grim: Victorian renters face big struggles three years on

The link between disadvantage and extreme heat in Melbourne

Stop power companies slugging low-income customers for marketing costs

VCOSS appoints new permanent Chief Executive Officer

VCOSS congratulates Dan Andrews on an extraordinary nine years of service

Interactive maps reveal poverty in Victoria remains stubbornly high

Juanita Pope appointed as VCOSS Interim CEO

Games’ legacy secured

VCOSS CEO Emma King announces departure

Challenging road ahead after “mixed bag” Victorian budget

Energy regulator urged to scale back price hikes

Power bill hike will hurt struggling Victorians

VCOSS backs First Nations Voice

We need to get Victoria off gas

Leaving a Games legacy for good

Statement: Reviving the SEC

“I’m over it” – Victorians share their 2022 feelings