A draft report from the Productivity Commission calls for the formation of the Ministry of Defence Personnel and Veterans to deal with policy, with a Veteran Services Commission providing support in what would be the biggest shake-up to the portfolio since World War II.
Category Archives: Community Organisations
What is Advance Australia, the new conservative lobby group taking on Get Up!
Australia has a new conservative lobby group that wants to knock on your door, get in your ear and ultimately swing your vote.
Disability services company’s collapse leaves workers with disabilities without homes, jobs
Workers and residents of a Hunter Valley disability services company are distraught over loss of their home, community and livelihood.
‘Why I stay’: Darwin residents explain why they call the Top End home
For several years the Northern Territory's population has been shrinking, and the news about the economy hasn't been encouraging. But many long-term Territorians still love to call it home.
Regional economy benefits from refugee resettlement, report says
The community of Karen refugees living in Bendigo Victoria have contributed almost $70m to the local economy, with a new report highlighting the economic potential of regional refugee re-settlement.
End of night bus could spell disaster for road safety
The forced closure of a country 'booze bus' service will remove the only safe transport option in the town, and locals warn the closure will cause drivers to take risks on the road.
‘Rewarding local produce’: International movement encourages sustainable and ethical farming
A powerful alternative to the negatives of fast food is having a positive impact on the people who choose what they eat.
Refugee Camp in my Neighbourhood
A council in Western Sydney is putting together an interactive exhibition that shares the stories of its refugee community.
‘It was like a double abuse’: Scouts under fire after leader groomed 14-year-old girl
A former Scout leader has been sentenced to 10 years jail for grooming and sexually abusing a child under 16, as well as possessing child pornography in relation to a young female Scout.
How far one couple will go for the love of their town pub
For a town with one watering hole left, there was very little choice for Leanne Brosnan but to ensure the pub remained the heart and soul of Thallon.