Media Releases
Families, children at risk of poverty and deepening disadvantage
As we mark the National Day of Action, UnitingCare Australia stands together with hundreds of organisations calling on the Morrison Government to permanently raise the rate of JobSeeker to support families, individuals and children at risk of deepening disadvantage. “We…
It’s time to create a new normal
With less than 90 days until the September economic cliff, UnitingCare Australia warns that people in vulnerable circumstances are once again at significant risk. Appearing before the Senate Select Committee on COVID-19 this morning, National Director, Claerwen Little, voiced concerns…
50 plus organisations propose a smart housing installation boom to make a real difference
UnitingCare Australia joined over 50 social, property, business, environment, local councils and research groups have banded together to call on Federal and State Governments to stimulate the economy with an energy efficient and solar, low-income housing installation boom. Doing so…
UnitingCare Australia renews call to end elder abuse
Today marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, an important time to renew our commitment to end elder abuse. Today and every day we must stand against ageism and inequality in our society, especially in the wake of COVID-19. This year…
UnitingCare Australia warns of looming social crisis if Australia’s social safety net is wound back
UnitingCare Australia has urged the Federal Government to maintain a strong social security system, warning of the detrimental social and economic consequences of dropping the JobSeeker Payment back to pre-COVID level at the same time as other temporary support measures…
UnitingCare Australia Welcomes Praise and Support for Aged Care
UnitingCare Australia thanks the Prime Minister and Minster for Aged Care for praising and supporting the amazing work of our aged care workforce. “Aged care staff are some of the many unsung heroes of this crisis. These workers, just like…