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Safety, hope and new beginnings
Helping women in the Northern Territory move from crisis to confidence.
How a program for dads is making a difference to child safety
This week is National Child Protection Week.
New advisory council for domestic, family and sexual violence
The new council will provide independent advice to government on how to drive down violence and strengthen responses.
Ministers’ Redress Scheme Governance Board Communique
On Tuesday 28 July 2026, Ministers or their representatives (together constituting the Board) responsible for the National Redress Scheme for Institutional Chil…
Foodbank Australia hits major milestone through power of partnership
Working together to deliver life-changing support to Australians.
Have your say on the National Redress Scheme
The National Redress Scheme is undergoing an independent review and you are invited to share your views.
Public statement on income apportionment following High Court decision
Regarding activities relating to debts potentially affected by income apportionment.
Funding applications open to support community-led digital skills events
Applications are open for community organisations to receive $1,000 grants to run free digital skills events during Get Online Week in October.
Supporting Community Change resources
Want to learn more about community-led change? New resources are now available
National Volunteer Week 2026
Recognising this year’s theme: ‘Your Year to Volunteer’
National Families Week 2026
Recognising this year’s theme: Every Family, Everywhere
Scams misusing Department of Social Services branding and programs
Each year between April and July we receive increased reporting about fraudulent emails and social media posts offering payments administered by us.
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