About the Department
Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of individuals and families in Australian communities.
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About the Department
Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of individuals and families in Australian communities.
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From 1 April 2021, a series of permanent changes will ensure job seekers have the best opportunity to secure employment (subject to the passage of legislation).
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The department is supporting individuals and families affected by COVID-19 through a range of measures.
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Please note: the Social Services and Other Legislation Amendment (Simplifying Income Reporting and Other Measures) Act 2020 commenced on 7 December 2020.
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On Friday, 27 November 2020, the Minister for Families and Social Services, Senator the Hon Anne Ruston, hosted the Ministers’ Redress Scheme Governance Board (Board) meeting of relevant Ministers with responsibility for the National Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual Abuse (the Scheme) in their state or territory.
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The department’s Annual Report 2019–20 is now available online.
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The Seniors Connected Program was established to implement the Government's 2019 election policy 'More Support for Older Australians' from 2019-20 to 2023-24.
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