About the Department
New guidelines are now available to help governments and organisations effectively engage with people with disability.
Continue reading Good Practice Guidelines for Engaging with People with Disability
National Plan to guide us toward a violence-free future.
Continue reading One year anniversary of the National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022-2032
The Scheme allows eligible older Australians to access the equity in their home or other Australian real estate through an Australian Government loan.
Continue reading The Home Equity Access Scheme for older Australians
Join us for our final public webinar to help inform the development of the National Housing and Homelessness Plan.
Continue reading Have your say on the impacts of housing stress and homelessness in Australia
Grants to improve access to safe emergency accommodation for women and children experiencing family and domestic violence.
Continue reading Grant opportunity - Safe Places Inclusion Round
The stronger, more diverse and independent community sector issues paper is now available on the DSS Engage website for feedback.
Continue reading Have your say on ways to help strengthen the community sector
Women’s safety is a national priority and the Australian Government is providing the focus and national leadership needed to deliver change.
Continue reading New Action Plans to guide us towards a violence-free future for women and children
The Commonwealth Ombudsman published a statement on the historic practice of income apportionment used by Services Australia.
Continue reading Statement on historic income apportionment
Homelessness Week raises awareness of homelessness in Australia and the importance of long-term housing solutions.
Continue reading Recognising Homelessness Week 2023
To help more Australians access safe and affordable housing, the Australian Government is developing a National Housing and Homelessness Plan (the Plan)
Continue reading Help us understand the issues contributing to housing stress and homelessness in Australia