Monthly Archives: February 2015

Feb 26

Not as simple as it sounds: The Welfare Review in pictures

The Welfare Review Report released yesterday outlines the biggest reform to Australia's social security system proposed in decades. In this

Feb 23

Family violence royal commission a unique opportunity for change

The commencement of the Royal Commission and the increased support for organisations to be able to cope with increased demand

Feb 20

Disadvantaged children need early childhood education and care

Today’s Productivity Commission report on Childcare and Early Learning contains positive recommendations about increasing access to early childhood education for

Feb 18

Stronger protections for energy customers a must

A review of the hardship practices of energy companies announced by the Andrews Government today will be an important opportunity

Feb 13

Auditor-General reveals impact of school costs for families

This week the Victorian Auditor General’s Office (VAGO) tabled a much anticipated audit into Additional School Costs for Families. Its

Feb 11

Scathing report reveals true costs of schooling

A scathing report into the true costs of schooling reveals Victorian families are struggling to pay for items and activities

Feb 10

Response initiatives to heatwave threats

With the weather heating up significantly across Victoria this week and weekend, we are reminded of the need to ensure

Feb 7

Investment in out-of-home care helps protect children

Moves to strengthen investment in Victoria’s out-of-home care system will help to address an urgent need to secure the safety

Feb 5

Cost and delays are barriers to healthcare for too many Victorians

Figures in the most recent volume of the Productivity Commission’s Report on Government Services show that cost is already causing

Feb 4

Reverse cuts to Youth Connections & Newstart

VCOSS welcomes calls by the Senate Select Committee into the Abbott Government's Budget Cuts to reinstate funding for Youth Connections