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Mission Australia response to Commonwealth Government Green Paper - Which way home?
Category: Download:Policy Submissions
... of homelessness in Australia, long-term underfunding of both housing and support has been a significant contributor. We propose a focus on prevention and integrating support and housing that will provide ... Wednesday, 02 July 2008Caring in the 21st Century: Costs, Opportunities and Custody
Category: Download:Social Policy Seminars
Bettina Cass (Social Policy Research Centre) and Gabrielle Upton (Deputy Chair of the Taskforce on Care Costs) Caring in the 21st century is one of the most significant contemporary challenges facing ... Thursday, 27 March 2008From little things, big things grow - a story from Mission Australia’s Special Needs Dental Service (SNDS)
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... he could better support the clients with whom he was working. He soon enrolled in a TAFE course to do just that. Although Brian had made significant progress in his recovery, and was getting his education ... Wednesday, 12 November 2008Mission Australia helping families cut energy bills to prevent poverty spiral
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... budgeting,” Ms Mirra says. “Follow-up contact to compare energy bills to the previous 12 months indicates that households significantly reduce their energy use, with bill savings of up to $200 a quarter. ... Wednesday, 15 October 2008Mission Australia joins industry and government at the Social Innovation Summit
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... approach that is often employed. Significantly, these success stories are based on collaboration between the business, government and not-for-profit sectors, with strong community consultation and local ... Friday, 26 September 2008Homelessness among the elderly - The hidden face of Homelessness in Australia
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... tell us that 9.4 per cent of people – or 11,300 individuals – who used the nation’s system of homeless services in 2006-07 were aged 50 or over,” said Leonie. “However, that’s likely to be a significant ... Monday, 04 August 2008Disability changes must go further
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... been that, in doing so, they would be placed on the Newstart Allowance... ...the main level of income support for jobseekers. The problem is that Newstart pays significantly less than the DSP and ... Wednesday, 23 July 2008Young Australians wanted for national survey
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... next top concern at 29.3 per cent while coping with stress came in third at 26.9 per cent. “Significantly, concern among young Australians about their body image rose since the 2006 survey, when it finished ... Monday, 16 June 2008Flexible Job Network will help disadvantaged job seekers
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... with significant barriers to employment including limited skills, disabilities or mental health issues, this approach just doesn’t work. “The Rudd Government’s decision to not place a cap on programs ... Friday, 16 May 2008Gambling binge cost the State Billions
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... community and venue level. John Brett from Mission Australia said, people with gambling problems, either their own or a significant other party, often don’t seek help and either remain in denial ... Friday, 16 May 2008Mission Australia launches ground-breaking education program
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Mission Australia will this month officially launch a groundbreaking new program which encourages people experiencing significant life challenges to change their situation through learning. The Catalyst ... Friday, 18 April 2008New centre with historic heart offers assistance to disadvantaged Tasmanians
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... is a heritage listed property and a significant landmark within the community. Mission Australia is one of the nation’s leading charities and helps disadvantaged Tasmanians by assisting families and ... Monday, 14 April 2008Mission Australia welcomes groundbreaking youth homelessness report
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... if, as is often the case, these young people have suffered significant trauma, abuse and neglect over many years. “They need to be able to move to more medium-term supported housing, before making the ... Wednesday, 09 April 2008AGL
Category: Partnerships/Our Corporate Partners
... with a significant financial contribution from the AGL Foundation of over $750,000. The funds are being used to make a long-term difference to homelessness and climate change. The support from AGL reflects ... Wednesday, 26 March 2008Freehills
Category: Partnerships/Our Corporate Partners
... the partnership has expanded to other states and services and has become one of Mission Australia most significant and valuable corporate partnerships. The focus of the partnership is largely based on ... Wednesday, 26 March 2008Vodafone Australia Foundation
Category: Partnerships/Our Corporate Partners
... a positive learning experience for people who, for many reasons, are unable to participate in mainstream education. Alongside this significant financial support lies a passionate volunteering ethic which ... Tuesday, 25 March 2008The Westpac Foundation
Category: Partnerships/Our Corporate Partners
The Westpac Foundation has contributed significant funds to Mission Australia's Pathways to Prevention project, both in Brisbane's disadvantaged suburb of Inala and also Girraween in Perth. Pathways ... Tuesday, 25 March 2008NSW/ACT Volunteer Opportunities
Category: Volunteer/Volunteer Opportunities
... opportunities for people who would like to be a positive role model for disadvantaged youth and to help empower these young people to make significant difference in their lives. Location: Mission Australia ... Tuesday, 18 March 2008Pathways through a successful youth
Category: Community Services/Community Services
... the service also encourages family interaction by actively involving and engaging families and significant others through support, information and referral. Connections Connections is an education ... Tuesday, 18 March 2008Indigenous problem gamblers need greater support
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... communities and to make sure that services addressed the particular needs of Indigenous problem gamblers. “The main reason why gambling is a significant problem in Indigenous communities is because of ... Friday, 14 March 2008The Mission Australia Story
Category: Pathways/About Us
... a significant share of those programs. We are still one of the biggest employment providers in Australia today. Meanwhile, back in 1989, Mission SA approached Sydney City Mission to find out ways ... Friday, 14 March 2008Program wins crime prevention award
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... Violence Prevention Awards. The Awards, to be presented at Parliament House on 6 March, recognise programs that have significantly contributed to the reduction of crime and violence in the community. ... Tuesday, 26 February 2008AGL/Mission Australia stage christmas party for struggling families
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... with significant issues impacting on their ability to work. Father Christmas will arrive, aboard a fire engine, bearing gifts for the children, who’ll also enjoy plenty of fun activities throughout the ... Tuesday, 18 December 2007Body 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 2007Home care program for mentally ill reaps huge rewards National Mental Health Week
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... Australia’s Mental Health Operations Manager, Bronwyn Howlett, HASI has reaped significant benefits for both the clients and the community. “HASI helps people with mental illness maintain their accommodation; ... Monday, 08 October 2007