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Extreme heat can present a serious health risk, especially to elderly people and those with medical conditions. With temperatures climbing

VCOSS response to ACCC discussion paper on electricity supply monitoring

Response to the Essential Services Commission draft principles and actions for family violence assistance

VCOSS is concerned the VEU program is under-used by people on low incomes, renters and people with health and disability

VCOSS Response to the Australian Building Codes Board Accessible Housing Options Paper

Giving every Victorian child a high-quality education relies on designing inclusive, engaging and affordable schools. Inclusive schools embrace diversity and

New, clean energy is non-negotiable if we’re going to prevent the worst of climate change and reduce power bills over

Under-investment by successive Victorian governments has seen many people fall by the wayside.

VCOSS calls on all political parties to commit to investing in early childhood infrastructure.

‘The Voices of Regional Victoria' compiles and distils the ‘burning social issues’ in the state’s regional areas.

People living across regional Victorian have the same stake in our democracy as people living in Melbourne.

Regional Victorians have the same stake in our democracy as people living in Melbourne. Their needs require the same recognition

Community services...These jobs require a human touch, and cannot be automated.

It has to end. Power is an essential service. We need to put people before profits.