Budget 2021-22
The 2021-22 Budget was released on 11 May 2021.
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News
Enhanced social security safety net; JobSeeker Payment and other working payments
From 1 April 2021, a series of permanent changes has ensured job seekers have the best opportunity to secure employment.
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Australian Public Service Employee Census 2020
Highlights Report: DSS (12 October - 13 November 2020).
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Possible Scam Alert
The Department has received reports that members of the public have received emails claiming to be from the ‘Department of Social Services’. These claims are false and these individuals do not represent the department or the Commonwealth. We are currently investigating the matter.
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Families and Children Activity program funding extensions
The Australian Government is extending funding arrangements for a number of funded services under the Families and Children Activity, which are due to expire on 30 June 2021.
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Expressions of Interest Open: Seeking organisations who are interested in establishing a new Seniors Connected Village Hub
The department is pleased to advise that Independent Living Assessment Incorporated (ILA) has been appointed as the National Grants Manager under the Seniors Connected Program.
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