About the Department
Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of individuals and families in Australian communities.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) information and support
The department is supporting individuals and families affected by COVID-19 through a range of measures.
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Bushfire information and support
The department is supporting individuals and communities affected by the bushfires through a range of programs and services.
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Ministers’ Redress Scheme Governance Board Communique
The Ministers’ Redress Scheme Governance Board (the Board) has reiterated its position that it is unacceptable for institutions that have the capacity to join the Scheme not to do so.
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Applications for the 2021 Graduate Development Program are now open
Applications are now open for the Department of Social Services 2021 Graduate Development Program.
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Simplifying Income Reporting Bill Exposure Draft now available
The Australian Government is planning to improve and simplify the way that employment income is reported and assessed for social security purposes.
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Possible scam alert
The Department of Social Services (DSS) has recently received reports that members of the public have been contacted via phone and social media, by an individual or individuals offering government grant funding.
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