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Key Robodebt RC recommendations still not implemented two years on

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Two years on from the findings of the Robodebt Royal Commission, the Federal Government has still not implemented all of its recommendations, and alarming flaws in the social security system remain.   “Robodebt was a shocking abuse of government power that caused severe distress to more than 400,000 innocent people,” said Charmaine Crowe, ACOSS Program … Continued

RBA must cut rates as inflation falls

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ACOSS is calling on the Reserve Bank of Australia to cut interest rates again tomorrow after the latest inflation data show that price pressures are continuing to ease. “With inflation well within the RBA’s target and decreasing, there is no reason to keep interest rates high,” said ACOSS Acting CEO Jacqueline Phillips. “People on low … Continued

Communities Lead the Way – PLACE’s Capstone Event Brings National Listening Tour to a Powerful Close

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Over the past 12 weeks, the Partnerships for Local Action and Community Empowerment (PLACE) team have embarked on a national Community Roadshow and Listening Tour, travelling from Alice Springs to Ballarat, Galiwin’ku to Geelong, listening to communities and learning from their experiences. A first-of-its-kind initiative, the Listening Tour was designed to elevate community leadership and … Continued

Tech Wealth Poised to Power Multi-Billion-Dollar Shift in Australian Philanthropy, New Research Reveals

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Australia’s startup founders are poised to revolutionise the country’s philanthropic landscape, with a new report showing the tech community is more likely to give, give more and give differently compared to people with inherited wealth. The Australian Tech Giving Report by StartGiving and the Centre for Social Impact at the University of Western Australia (CSI … Continued

Productivity roundtable an opportunity to raise living standards for all

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ACOSS welcomes the opportunity to participate in the Treasurer’s Productivity Roundtable, a forum that can help shape a more inclusive and equitable approach to national prosperity. “This is an opportunity to explore how macroeconomic and social policy settings can improve productivity and boost living standards, particularly for those who have fallen behind,” said ACOSS CEO … Continued

Infosys and the Mental Health Foundation Australia Launch ‘Supportive Mind’ App to Boost Mental Health

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PRESS RELEASE Infosys and the Mental Health Foundation Australia Launch ‘Supportive Mind’ App to Boost Mental Health A self-help app dedicated to advancing mental health awareness wellbeing Melbourne, Australia – 26 June 2025: Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, today announced a strategic collaboration with Mental Health Foundation … Continued

Celebrating 32years of Small Business Excellence

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The 32nd Annual Belmont & Western Australian Small Business Awards officially launched on June 25, 2025.  The Awards were founded in 1994 by the Belmont Business Enterprise Centre Inc. (Belmont BEC) and continue to celebrate the achievements of small business and entrepreneurs across Western Australia.   With a welcome offered by City of Belmont Mayor … Continued