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Mission Australia response to Commonwealth Government Green Paper - Which way home?
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... national consistency while allowing for local strategies targeted to local needs. Mission Australia argues for a significant increase in the supply of affordable and social housing, combined with flexible ... Wednesday, 02 July 2008How To Keep Your New Job
Category: Download:Employment
The first few weeks in any new job can be awkward and can present you with new challenges. Observing and understanding your workplace requirements and your employer’s expectations can increase your chances ... Friday, 27 June 2008Partnerships in Action - Sept 2007
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Our partner’s commitment to engagement strengthens relationships at all levels of the organisation. This past year our partner Vodaphone has increased by over 100 percent their volunteering teams, activities ... Wednesday, 26 March 2008Green Corps activity to help Riverglades
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Mission Australia’s Green Corps program will increase the chances for young people in the Murray Bridge area to become employed while assisting with environmental works at the Riverglades Wetlands. Mission ... Tuesday, 09 September 2008Latest homeless figures reflect 'wasted years of inaction'
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... night in 2006 – compared to 99,900 in 2001 – an increase of just under 5 per cent... When the 6 per cent growth in Australia’s general population during this period is taken into account, homeless ... Thursday, 04 September 2008Homeless youth on the rise in Tasmania
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New figures show that of the 4,700 people who accessed homeless support services in Tasmania in 2006-07, 1,800 were aged under 25 – including 950 aged between 15-19 – both a slight increase on the previous ... Thursday, 07 August 2008Homelessness among the elderly - The hidden face of Homelessness in Australia
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... grown 100% over the past four years. The number of renters aged 65 or over living in low-income rental households is also expected to increase 115% - from 195,000 in 2001 to 419,000 in 2026. “Older Australians ... Monday, 04 August 2008Young Australians wanted for national survey
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... the third most pressing issue at 28.1 per cent. “The increase was even more significant given there were a greater number of issues that participants were asked to rank – 14 up from 12. “Young people’s ... Monday, 16 June 2008Sales Consultant - Campsie
Category: Work For Mission Australia/ Mission Australia Jobs - New South Wales
• Join one of Australia’s leading not-for-profit organisations • Salary packaging provisions available which will increase your take-home pay • Full time permanent position with opportunities ... Friday, 13 June 2008Flexible Job Network will help disadvantaged job seekers
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... will allow service providers to meet demand as it increases. To highlight how important this change is, there are currently 27,000 people on the Personal Support Program waiting list – providers will now ... Friday, 16 May 2008Gambling binge cost the State Billions
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The people of NSW lost a staggering $5 billion to poker machines in a relentless gambling binge in 2006. That’s an increase of 14 percent since 2002 and represents a loss of $732.00 for every man, woman ... Friday, 16 May 2008Mission Australia welcomes groundbreaking youth homelessness report
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... the increase, it’s not insurmountable, and the recommendations in the report – along with costings – provide us with a good start for bringing homeless numbers down. “Mission Australia firmly believes ... Wednesday, 09 April 2008Corporate Social Responsibility
Category: Partnerships/Corporate Partnerships
... can also increase its competitive advantage, as consumers place more value on good and ethical conduct. Corporate social responsibility is essential for organisations looking beyond the short term. It ... Tuesday, 25 March 2008Fundraiser Profiles
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... event is a simple, fun way to generate funds and increase awareness about Mission Australia within your work place – and let’s admit, it’s a great excuse to leave the tie or heels in the wardrobe! ... Wednesday, 19 March 2008Community Services in Victoria
Category: Community Services/Community Services by State
... families and parents, improve early learning and care, support the development of child friendly communities and increase the effectiveness of family and children’s services working as a system within ... Tuesday, 18 March 2008Community Services in the Northern Territory
Category: Community Services/Community Services by State
... Imanpa, Mutitjulu and Docker River / Kaltukatjara) in the Southern region of the Northern Territory. The program aims to: Increase the confidence, self reliance, leadership skills and life skills of ... Tuesday, 18 March 2008Pathways away from homelessness
Category: Community Services/Community Services
... program that is part of the COAG (Council of Australian Governments) mental health strategy. The Personal Helpers and Mentors Program aims to provide increased opportunities for recovery for people who ... Tuesday, 18 March 2008Adelaide's heatwave hits the homeless
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... if he had not been helped in time.” Mr Herselman said the increased risks and suffering from the heatwave magnified the need for more support for homeless people across Australia. “The heatwave is uncomfortable ... Friday, 14 March 2008Indigenous problem gamblers need greater support
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... communities in Kempsey, Port Macquarie and Taree to increase awareness of the work we do and how we can help people with gambling problems. “We are also working to create a strong network within Indigenous ... Friday, 14 March 2008Pathways for Life - Annual Report 2007
Category: Pathways/About Us
... number of low unemployment, Mission Australia’s employment services grew, and we assisted 202,000 people – an increase of 42,500 people since 2006 View the online 2007 highlights presentation. Download ... Friday, 14 March 2008Body image the main concern for young Australians
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... 28.1 per cent. The increase is more significant given there were a greater number of issues that participants were asked to rank this year – 14 up from 12. According to Mission Australia’s spokesperson, ... Tuesday, 04 December 2007Work for dole team graduates after giving new life to Kaurna Plains pre-school
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... also now obtained important skills and expertise that will increase their chances of finding on-going work,” Mr Roffe said. Media are invited to attend the official graduation function. Please note, ... Tuesday, 20 November 2007Youth Beat service to help young Tasmanians
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... will improve. “This will be achieved by developing and supervising weekend activities to increase safety and potentially decrease crime.” An arts competition was recently held to encourage young people ... Monday, 22 October 2007Increased support to people struggling with mental illness and drug/alcohol issues
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One of Western Australia’s leading community service agencies will provide increased support to individuals – particularly young people – with both drug and alcohol and mental health issues following ... Friday, 28 September 2007Australia needs national uniformity on early childhood education and support
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... “And in terms of early childhood education, New Zealand is leaving Australia behind after establishing a 10 year national early childhood strategy which has delivered an increase in early childhood education ... Thursday, 27 September 2007