Luke Michael, Wednesday, 3rd October 2018 -
Disability advocacy groups in New South Wales face an uncertain future, with the state government set to cut all advocacy funding leaving a gap in support for the disability community.
Luke Michael, Wednesday, 3rd October 2018 -
Many National Disability Insurance Scheme recipients with complex and challenging support needs are not seeing the benefits the NDIS is meant to deliver, Victoria’s Public Advocate says.
Luke Michael, Tuesday, 2nd October 2018 -
The federal government and major companies including Woolworths, Coca-Cola Amatil and Nestlé are supporting a call for 100 per cent of Australia’s packaging to be reusable, recyclable or compostable by 2025.
Luke Michael, Tuesday, 2nd October 2018 -
Equity crowdfunding has been labelled the way of the future for social enterprise, with one community-owned renewable energy retailer raising over $500,000 to expand across Australia.
Luke Michael, Tuesday, 2nd October 2018 -
A desire to change the narrative on youth unemployment has led to Australia’s first social impact investment focused specifically on addressing the issue.
Luke Michael, Monday, 1st October 2018 -
The United States is cutting red tape and increasing transparency for charities through a single national charity registration system.
Luke Michael, Monday, 1st October 2018 -
Misinformation and confusion about changes to participation requirements for welfare recipients is causing anxiety and concern for jobseekers.
Luke Michael, Thursday, 27th September 2018 -
To make sure his family has enough food on the table, Craig delays paying bills when he can, buys home-brand items at the supermarket, and only uses his car when absolutely necessary.
Luke Michael, Thursday, 27th September 2018 -
Indigenous children would be left hungrier than they already are under tough new penalties proposed as part of reforms to the remote work-for-the-dole program, a Senate inquiry has heard.
Luke Michael, Wednesday, 26th September 2018 -
Charities will need to reposition themselves as sustainable social enterprises to be successful in the future, according to a new report.
Luke Michael, Tuesday, 25th September 2018 -
Advocates hope Victorian foster children will no longer face the threat of homelessness once they turn 18, with the state government extending state care to 21 years.
Luke Michael, Tuesday, 25th September 2018 -
Choice and control for National Disability Insurance Scheme participants is at risk due to critical workforce shortages and inadequate market supervision, a parliamentary committee says.
