About the Department
We aspire to be Australia’s pre-eminent social policy agency. Our mission is to improve the lifetime wellbeing of people and families in Australia.
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About the Department Features
Try, Test and Learn Fund – Tranche two now open!
Find out how you can submit a proposal for the second tranche of the Try, Test and Learn Fund.
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Discover how being online can enrich your life
Be Connected is a new, free program for older Australians to help them increase their online confidence and skills, and realise the benefits of going online.
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National Survey on Community Attitudes towards Safety
The results of the study will help to inform policy on violence and related issues in the Australian community in order to improve public health and safety.
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About the Department Latest News
Possible Scam Alert
The Department of Social Services (DSS) has recently received reports that members of the Public have been contacted by phone by an individual or individuals identifying themselves as DSS officers.
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NSW and VIC governments agree to join Redress Scheme
The state governments of New South Wales and Victoria have agreed to join the Redress Scheme. They are the first state governments to sign up.
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New panel of providers for the Disability Employment Services will bring improvements for all
A new Disability Employment Services (DES) Provider panel is being established, through a grant application process, to bring improvements to the DES program.
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DES Star Ratings are now available
The Disability Employment Services Star Ratings system measures the relative success of providers in achieving outcomes for participants taking part in the program.
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Upcoming information sessions for the Try, Test and Learn Fund
Registrations are now open for TTL Fund information sessions in capital cities and regional centres.
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