Articles and analysis

The poverty rate for regional Victoria is a whopping 15.1%. This needs special attention.

If you're struggling to pay high energy bills, your energy company must help you.

There are four things Victoria must do to ensure everyone can stay safe and well as our climate changes.

Parents of kids with undiagnosed genetic conditions are trying to get into a research studies to find answers and avoid

Unemployment and underemployment, as well as physical and mental health problems, were the most common experiences of people falling behind

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.