Media Releases
UnitingCare Australia and Anglicare Australia say cuts to JobSeeker are a ticking time bomb
Anglicare Australia and UnitingCare Australia are urging the Government to raise the rate of JobSeeker payments for good. Releasing research from two of the largest charitable networks in Australia, Anglicare Australia and UnitingCare Australia say cutting payments back to…
UnitingCare Australia calls for a strong recovery for all
“As we start the parliamentary year, UnitingCare Australia calls on all Parliamentarians to remember their responsibility to think of those most in need. As we navigate important policy decisions, it is incumbent upon all members to consider those in our…
UnitingCare Australia welcomes additional investment in aged care
The Morrison Government’s latest investment in aged care is another step in the right direction, with the announcement of a further $1billion funding in MYEFO. “We welcome the Government’s significant investment today, and their commitment to ensuring the health and…
UnitingCare Australia echoes calls for permanent increase to JobSeeker
UnitingCare Australia joins Anglicare Australia, Catholic Social Services Austalia, and the Salvation Army in again calling for a permanent increase to the rate of JobSeeker. We know that reverting back to the base rate of JobSeeker and Youth Allowance, without…
Parliament urged to reject expansion of the cashless debit card
The Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress (UAICC) and UnitingCare Australia are urging the Senate to oppose legislation to expand the cashless debit card, saying the scheme will only further entrench disempowerment and disadvantage among those on low incomes….
It’s time to tackle loneliness – join the movement to End Loneliness Together
A national organisation has officially launched today, recognising the growing problem of loneliness in our community and starting a national campaign to bring people together. The coalition group – Ending Loneliness Together – has released…