Articles and analysis

So how do we ensure a big and growing Melbourne delivers a good life for every person?

Ten years ago, Victorians lived through the worst heatwave and bushfires in Australia’s history. Tragically, 173 people lost their lives

Affording a home doesn’t have to mean buying property; for many it means being able to pay rent.

The sad reality is access to public transport in Victoria is haphazard.

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

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.

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

Natasha Brake, who works in disability advocacy, is vision impaired and has been trying to set up her NDIS plan.

The Victorian Government is the Rocky Balboa of the toll fines Industry.

Community services are continually frustrated by short-term funding contracts.

More than 40 per cent of Australia’s disadvantaged kids do not play organised sport.