Author Archives: Karen Taranto

May 11

We've come a long way. But Victoria must keep up the momentum to end homelessness.

Apr 22

VCOSS Submission to Consultation Paper on the 10-Year Strategy for Social and Affordable Housing April 2021.

Mar 29

There are more than 130 changes to Victoria’s renting rules. Here are the key ones.

Mar 16

VCOSS welcomes the report’s recommendations.

Sep 30

The Victorian Council of Social Service (VCOSS) welcomes this opportunity to respond to the Regulatory Impact Statement for the Proposed

Aug 31

VCOSS Response to the Australian Building Codes Board Regulatory Impact Statement on the Proposal to Include Minimum Accessibility Standards in

Jun 30

Having a place to call home that is safe, affordable, secure, healthy and fit-for-purpose creates the conditions to thrive.

Apr 22

Reorienting from crisis to prevention is the only way to end homelessness.

Apr 16

For some Victorians, home is the least safe place they could be.

Mar 31

As we rush to ban evictions and protect renters from financial ruin, some questions are emerging.

Dec 21

strong and vibrant communities will do more to prevent crime than any number of 'cops on the beat'.

Dec 17

We already know how to end homelessness—we just need to do what works.