Commonwealth Redress Scheme for Survivors of Institutional Child Sexual Abuse
09/05/2017
9 May 2017
The Turnbull Government’s redress scheme for survivors of child sexual abuse in institutional settings is planned to commence in 2018.
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A fairer welfare system that supports more people into work
09/05/2017
9 May 2017
The Turnbull Government is embarking on a comprehensive reform of Australia’s working-age welfare payments, guaranteeing the essential services that Australians rely on.
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$10 million helping hand for Australia’s volunteers
01/05/2017
1 May 2017
Nearly 100,000 volunteers will benefit from $10 million in Australian Government grants for small community organisations.
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Further Strengthening No Jab, No Pay
01/05/2017
1 May 2017
The Turnbull Government believes there is no excuse for parents who, without a valid medical reason, choose not to immunise their children.
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Cairns car shonk ordered to pay over $1.2 million
21/04/2017
The Federal Court has today fined Cairns-based lender, Channic Pty Ltd (Channic), broker Cash Brokers Pty Ltd (Cash Brokers) and the sole . . .
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It’s Ok to Walk Away
21/04/2017
Have you ever felt like you had to buy something just to get away from a pushy sales person? Or have you . . .
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Yarnin’ Money interim evaluation report now available
21/04/2017
ICAN has just released its interim evaluation report on our Yarnin’ Money financial capability training program. The report discusses the evaluation progress . . .
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Grants to highlight the benefits of philanthropic partnerships
05/04/2017
5 April 2017
Community organisations can now apply for a share of $160,000 in Commonwealth Government funding for projects that showcase their philanthropic partnerships.
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Coalition delivers increased educational opportunities for regional and remote students
31/03/2017
31 March 2017
Young people from regional and remote areas of Australia will benefit from the Coalition Government’s reforms to Youth Allowance, improving access to education for students living outside the major cities.
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The Future of Disability Employment
30/03/2017
30 March 2017
Omnibus Savings Bill, Childcare, Company Tax Cut, GST, NDIS
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Welfare reform delivers better childcare
30/03/2017
29 March 2017
Passage of the Government’s Omnibus Welfare Bill delivers the capacity to provide much needed support to Australian families through more affordable and accessible child care.
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