September indexation delivers boost to pensions and allowances
Media Release by Senator the Hon Anne RustonMore than 5 million Australians will benefit from a boost to their social security payments from 20 September to help them keep up with the…
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NDIS participants in lockdown areas to gain greater flexibility for meal preparation and shopping supports
Media Release by Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSCThe National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has introduced a temporary measure to further support participants during the COVID-19 pandemic, with those in lockdown areas no…
Jehovah’s Witnesses now participating in the National Redress Scheme
Media Release by Senator the Hon Anne RustonJehovah’s Witnesses has now joined the National Redress Scheme allowing survivors of this institution to have their applications progressed. In addition to the Jehovah’s Witnesses,…
Consultation opens on National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) legislation reforms
Media Release by Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSCPublic feedback is now invited on draft legislation to deliver a better experience for National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants. Minister for the National Disability…
National Summit sets priorities to end gendered violence in Australia
Media Release by Senator the Hon Anne RustonThe National Summit on Women’s Safety has asked all Australians to confront the unacceptable scourge of family, domestic and sexual violence and provided meaningful and…
Additional vaccination support for eligible NDIS workers in NSW LGAs of concern
Media Release by Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSCEligible National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) providers, with workers who live or work within 12 Sydney local government areas, can now claim a payment to…
A fair go for kids: National Child Protection Week 2021
Media Release by The Hon Michelle Landry MPFederal Assistant Minister for Children and Families, Michelle Landry, has welcomed the National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect’s (NAPCAN) annual National Child…
National Summit key step towards ending violence against women
Media Release by Senator the Hon Anne RustonThe Morrison Government is hosting the National Summit on Women’s Safety on 6 and 7 September which is the culmination of extensive consultations to develop…
Community Services Ministers’ Meeting Communique
Media Release by Senator the Hon Anne RustonCommunity Services Ministers (CSM) met via videoconference on 27 August 2021. Ministers acknowledged the worsening COVID-19 situation across Australia, and thanked all Governments and the…
Creating a future free from sexual violence and harassment
Media Release by Senator the Hon Anne RustonThe Morrison Government is committing more than $29 million to develop new primary prevention initiatives to address sexual violence and harassment across the nation. Under…
More support for people with disability and COVID-19 vaccinations
Media Release by Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSCMinister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSC today announced an expansion of financial payments available to providers supporting…
Fond farewell to Families Australia CEO
Media Release by The Hon Michelle Landry MPFederal Assistant Minister for Children and Families, Michelle Landry, has today recognised Dr Brian Babington AM, the outgoing CEO of Families Australia, for his immense…
Australia to trial domestic violence deterrence program
Media Release by Senator the Hon Anne RustonThe Morrison Government is committing $4.2 million to trial a new domestic violence deterrence program as part of our commitment to end violence against women…
New Monthly Data Shows Continued NDIS Growth
Media Release by Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSCNew data shows that the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) continues to grow, with the world-first reform now providing disability support to more than 472,000…
Increased access to the National Redress Scheme for Indigenous Australians
Media Release by Senator the Hon Anne RustonRetta Dixon Home will now be covered by the National Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual Abuse allowing survivors to have their applications progressed. Minister…
Paid Parental Leave Scheme amendment to support parents in lockdown
Media Release by Senator the Hon Anne RustonThe Morrison Government is ensuring expectant parents in lockdown areas can access Paid Parental Leave when their newborn arrives through a temporary change to the…
Expanded Vaccine Access for NDIS Participants
Media Release by Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSCAll National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants aged 12-15 years will be able to receive a Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine from this Wednesday, 25 August. All NDIS participants…
Supporting Mildura children and families
Media Release by Senator the Hon Anne RustonThe Morrison and Andrews Governments will each provide $2.6 million to support Mildura children and families to connect with local services and improve their health…
New supports for NDIS participants to find specialist housing
Media Release by Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSCMinister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSC has announced two new Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) advancements for NDIS…
Caring for our carers
Media Release by Senator the Hon Anne RustonCarers across the country are now able to receive in-person advice and professional assistance to support their own wellbeing with a new free coaching service…
National Summit on Women’s Safety to go online
Media Release by Senator the Hon Anne RustonThe Morrison Government today announced that the National Summit on Women’s Safety will be delivered virtually as a result of continued COVID-19 restrictions. The Summit…
Financial Support for NDIS Providers in Sydney
Media Release by Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSCNational Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) providers in Sydney COVID-19 hotspots will be supported by temporary financial assistance measures to ensure people with disability continue to…
Suspension of mutual obligation requirements for job seekers and participants in the NT, ACT and Metropolitan Melbourne
Media Release by Senator the Hon Anne RustonThe Morrison Government has suspended mutual obligation requirements for job seekers and participants in the Greater Darwin and Katherine regions in the Northern Territory (NT)…
A Life Changing Life in the Care and Support Sector
Media Release by Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSCAustralians looking for a diverse and rewarding job will be encouraged to consider care and support work in a national campaign launching today. The care…
Suspension of mutual obligation requirements for regional New South Wales
Media Release by Senator the Hon Anne RustonThe Morrison Government has suspended mutual obligation requirements for job seekers and participants in regional New South Wales after the announcement of a seven-day COVID-19…