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Victorian rough sleepers given coronavirus lifeline

Maggie Coggan, Wednesday, 15th April 2020 -  Experts say giving rough sleepers a place to self-isolate could save many lives
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All eyes are on coronavirus… but what about the planet?

Maggie Coggan, Tuesday, 14th April 2020 -  With COVID-19 all anyone is talking about at the moment, we take a look at where that leaves the environment 
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‘We can’t go back to the way things were’: COVID-19 shifts homelessness response

Luke Michael, Wednesday, 8th April 2020 -  Community groups say support must continue for those experiencing homelessness after the COVID-19 crisis ends             

Opinion

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Homelessness and COVID-19

Chris Middendorp, Wednesday, 8th April 2020 -  In this coronavirus pandemic, people experiencing homelessness and disadvantage are most at risk and need our help more than ever, writes Sacred Heart Central manager Chris Middendorp.

Opinion

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With pokies shut down, coronavirus stress could drive more people to reckless online gambling

Contributor, Tuesday, 7th April 2020 -  New regulations are urgently needed to restrict online bet sizes and credit card use, write Charles Livingstone and Samantha Thomas.
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Disability groups unite in plea for targeted coronavirus support

Maggie Coggan, Tuesday, 7th April 2020 -  “We haven't heard anything about how disability and those living with disability are going to be prioritised at this moment,” disability leaders say.
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Young Australians urged to make their voices heard

Luke Michael, Tuesday, 7th April 2020 -  Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, youth advocates say the voices of young people are more important than ever
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Prison is the ‘perfect breeding ground’ for COVID-19, human rights groups warn

Luke Michael, Friday, 3rd April 2020 -  Many people in prison face a greater risk of death should they contract the virus

Opinion

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COVID-19, charities and charity

David Crosbie, Thursday, 2nd April 2020 -  We need to look after each other to look after ourselves, writes Community Council for Australia CEO David Crosbie.
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Physically, not socially distant

Maggie Coggan, Thursday, 2nd April 2020 -  “Through our connected strength we will come out the other side stronger,” chair of the Mental Health Commission says.  

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