Income support payments
Learn more about the range of income support payments, benefits and concessions available to support Australians during various life stages.
Grants
DSS offers a range of grant programs to assist with improving the well-being of individuals and families in Australian communities.

Department news

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Have your say about a First Nations Disability Forum

Consultation on a First Nations Disability Forum is now open.
Australian Government National Carer Strategy 2024-2034

Release of the National Carer Strategy

A framework to support carers now and into the future.
First Action Plan 2023–2027 Activities Addendum. Update 2024 Under the National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022–2032. A joint Australian, state and territory government initiative

Updated Activities Addendum for ending gender-based violence

The First Action Plan 2023-2027 Activities Addendum is now updated and available to view.
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