Poverty is a choice: NCOSSPeople who experience poverty do not choose poverty, but the society that creates it does, so it’s time to choose a different way according to… Read More
Poverty is a choice: NCOSSPeople who experience poverty do not choose poverty, but the society that creates it does so it’s time to choose a different way, according to… Read More
Family violence investment a first step towards keeping women and children safeToday’s announcement from the Federal Government of a $100 million package to stop family violence in Australia is the first step in a longer journey… Read More
NRL has failed to act responsibly on domestic violenceDomestic violence campaigners and community sector leaders came out today in strong support for Premier Mike Baird's weekend call for the Roosters to take immediate… Read More
86% of Low and Middle Income Families Concerned about a Rise in the GST86% of low to middle income families in NSW are concerned about a potential rise in the GST, and 89% are concerned about potentially applying… Read More
New report shows children missing out as cost of living goes upFamilies are cutting back on essentials like healthcare and school holiday outings as families struggle to meet cost of living expenses, according to new findings… Read More
Social housing boost welcome but people with disability, families escaping domestic violence overlooked: NCOSSToday’s NSW Budget takes great strides towards tackling some of the key issues affecting people experiencing disadvantage and poverty, but leaves some of those most… Read More
Get your organisation ready on disability inclusion: here's howRepresentatives from disability consumer organisations across NSW have come together to give their expert advice to ensure workplaces get the most out of disability inclusion… Read More
Retailers must pass on electricity price relief to consumers: NCOSSExpected reductions to electricity bills following the Australian Energy Regulators determination for NSW electricity networks today, will only be felt if retailers commit to passing… Read More
Greens plan for $4.5 billion towards public and affordable housing welcome: NCOSSThe Council of Social Service of NSW (NCOSS) welcomes yesterday’s announcement from the NSW Greens to invest $4.5 billion to build 20,000 public and low… Read More
Infrastructure, social welfare sectors welcome social housing MOUInfrastructure Partnerships Australia and the Council of Social Service of NSW (NCOSS) have today welcomed the New South Wales Government’s in-principle support for a $1… Read More
Strong advocacy key to breaking down barriers for people with disabilityToday’s commitment from NSW Labor to provide funding certainty for disability advocacy groups in NSW and establish a new employment advocacy body and will help… Read More
