Sara Bice, Thursday, 30th June 2016 -
Eight weeks ago, the federal election launched with appeals to innovation and the future but the parties have struggled to sustain voters’ interests, writes Sara Bice, socio-political commentator from the Melbourne School of Government at the Unive
Ellie Cooper, Thursday, 30th June 2016 -
The Coalition and Labor parties have released their pre-election policy statements on workplace diversity and inclusion to Diversity Council Australia (DCA), which includes the gender pay gap, domestic violence leave, and workforce participation for
Sue Ash, Thursday, 30th June 2016 -
It’s time the Australian Government sees social housing as an essential – and ideal – investment in the future of the country, writes Sue Ash chair of UnitingCare Australia’s Social Policy Network.
Wendy Williams, Thursday, 30th June 2016 -
The majority of Australians believe refugees who arrive in Australia by boat should be allowed to stay in the country, according to a new poll.
Lina Caneva, Thursday, 30th June 2016 -
The federal Coalition has failed to endorse the first Australian Women’s Health Charter or committed to any of its four proposals in the lead up to the 2 July poll, according to the Australian Women’s Health Network.
Lina Caneva, Tuesday, 28th June 2016 -
The Coalition has revealed the federal budget would be improved by $1.1 billion over the next four years, largely due to a welfare crackdown and saving on unspent community and transport funds.
In releasing his…
Wendy Williams, Tuesday, 28th June 2016 -
Political leaders are being called on to ensure the voices of young Australians are heard in the new parliament.
More than 60 organisations — including peak bodies, youth organisations, community groups, charities, trade unions, universities…
Christian Porter, Tuesday, 28th June 2016 -
A re-elected Turnbull Coalition government will ensure the charity and Not for Profit sector thrives into the future, writes the minister for social services, Christian Porter, in the lead up to the 2 July poll.
Wendy Williams, Monday, 27th June 2016 -
Unions and community groups are calling on the next government to ensure that domestic violence leave is enshrined in all modern awards.