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A world some people can access money-saving tech and others can't is a world of growing inequality.
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Community organisations play such an important role for our communities during emergencies.
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Young people tell of blowing out birthday candles in the morning and being handed a plastic bag with their possessions
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BY TALISHA OHANESSIAN When most of us think public education we think free education. This idea, after all, is a cornerstone of a
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strong and vibrant communities will do more to prevent crime than any number of 'cops on the beat'.
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Simple measures like energy efficient appliances can make a huge difference to household budgets and to people’s quality of life,
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The best outcomes will come when policies and programs are shaped and led by Aboriginal people.
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Cash-strapped frontline mental health services can’t wait until after the Royal Commission for funding relief.
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One grandmother’s reflections on poverty, homelessness and belonging. By Josiane Behmoiras.
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A range of resources are available for organisations, clients and communities to help prepare for the summer season.
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The Mental Health Royal Commission's nine priority recommendations, summarised and analysed.
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Imagine if we declared enough was enough. That, from today, the State of Victoria would not allow one more person
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"My chronic pain is a whole disability on its own too. It deserves the same respect and weight."
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How to be an awesome disability advocate online. This event featuring writer and appearence activist Carly Findlay was organised by
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Lots of questions still need answering before the community services portable long service leave scheme starts on 1 July.
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Kate Colvin from Council to Homeless Persons shares budget priorities that can help thousands of Victorians facing homelessness.
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All kids in Victoria should be able to get to school, wherever they live and whatever their families’ circumstances.
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Energy costs are a big issue for all Victorians, especially those with health conditions or disability.
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Better workforce data would help us plan for the future and give us a stronger platform for the community sector.
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There are two ways you know Victoria is on the right track with its plan to introduce some price controls
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