Department of Social Services 2022-23 Annual Report
The department’s 2022–23 Annual Report has been tabled in Parliament, and is now available to view.
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Good Practice Guidelines for Engaging with People with Disability
New guidelines are now available to help governments and organisations effectively engage with people with disability.
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One year anniversary of the National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022-2032
National Plan to guide us toward a violence-free future.
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The Home Equity Access Scheme for older Australians
The Scheme allows eligible older Australians to access the equity in their home or other Australian real estate through an Australian Government loan.
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Have your say on the impacts of housing stress and homelessness in Australia
Join us for our final public webinar to help inform the development of the National Housing and Homelessness Plan.
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Grant opportunity - Safe Places Inclusion Round
Grants to improve access to safe emergency accommodation for women and children experiencing family and domestic violence.
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Have your say on ways to help strengthen the community sector
The stronger, more diverse and independent community sector issues paper is now available on the DSS Engage website for feedback.
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New Action Plans to guide us towards a violence-free future for women and children
Women’s safety is a national priority and the Australian Government is providing the focus and national leadership needed to deliver change.
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Statement on historic income apportionment
The Commonwealth Ombudsman published a statement on the historic practice of income apportionment used by Services Australia.
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Recognising Homelessness Week 2023
Homelessness Week raises awareness of homelessness in Australia and the importance of long-term housing solutions.
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