The Victorian Government has released its long-anticipated Housing Statement.
It's big. It's bold.
There's a lot to like. And a lot of detail to comb through.
Here's our analysis for everything we know, so far.
https://t.co/zv5t0Leftx
To mark #HW2023 and acknowledge the homelessness crisis in Victoria, @sheenawattmp and @NinaTaylorMP (pictured) volunteered in our Dining Hall where people experiencing disadvantage can access essential support and reconnect with community. #HomelessnessWeek#auspol
This #HomelessnessWeek, find out how Sacred Heart Mission truly changes people’s lives.
It’s beautiful to watch, bring your tissues! Real people, raw emotions.
https://t.co/FOycss3rMD
“This is a win for regional Victorians struggling to put a roof over their heads.”
CHP CEO Deborah Di Natale visited Maryborough to commend @DanielAndrewsMP@ShingvWorld and the #VicGov on its $1bn commitment to build at least 1300 social and affordable homes in regional Vic.
This #NAIDOC Week, we encourage you to educate yourself about the Voice to Parliament, have conversations within your communities and deeply listen to the voices of First Nations peoples so that you can make an informed decision in the referendum later this year (5/5).
Standing alongside First Nations peoples, we support the Voice to Parliament and the need for systemic change that leads to better outcomes in health, housing, education, and criminal justice for First Nations communities (1/5).
The Voice to Parliament aims to do the same, by offering a path to justice, equity and self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people (4/5).
Thanks to @DanielAndrewsMP and @NinaTaylorMP for their surprise visit to our Dining Hall. They shared a cuppa and a chat with our volunteers to hear about how we provide a safe community for people to build trust, connect and rebuild their lives.
Everyone is touched by #CostOfLiving pressures, but people in #poverty and experiencing #homelessness are hit the hardest.
Read our submission into the Select Committee on the Cost of Living here: https://t.co/b8UOdtP8HO
We acknowledge the positive measures supporting vulnerable people in #Budget2023, but are disappointed #jobseeker will only be increased by $20 p/w. This will not lift people out of #poverty.
Read more here: https://t.co/MH3IaWEkEt #auspol
Tickets for ACOSS Post Budget Event are selling fast! In less than a week the @JEChalmers will address the sector and answer questions from attendees. Hear ACOSS budget analysis and an expert panel discussion: https://t.co/GsTc9nf3PD
We reiterate that we need an increase to JobSeeker and income support payments for ALL not just those over 55. Rent, bills, groceries aren't cheaper based on age. It is the humane and right thing to do. #RaiseTheRateForAll#auspol
Over 1900 community members, politicians, economists, business leaders, and academics have now signed the open letter to @AlboMP
urging the government to increase income support #RaiseTheRateForAll
Click here to read the full list and sign the letter: https://t.co/g71OPyIS5k
We interviewed Dr Kathryn Taylor and
@ThielkingMonica from @Swinburne about their recently published research on trauma and homelessness, using #J2SI participants in their research study! #endhomelessness Read interview here: https://t.co/K29mNQvuae
We thank our colleagues in the sector, especially @ACOSS, lived experience advocate Felicity de Somerville and @steph_tonkin CEO @Consumer_Action for their work in advocating against Robodebt. (3/3)
SHM CEO @hangtvo attended a press conference with @BillShortenmp today, where he announced the government will no longer use external debt collectors to pursue alleged debts of people who receive income support payments #RoboDebtRC (1/3)
At least 80% of our clients receive income from Centrelink and Robodebt caused many of them significant distress. Robodebt must not happen again. This announcement is an important step in improving protections for people receiving income support. #RoboDebtRC (2/3)