Our Vision is to see a fairer Australia by enabling people in need to find pathways to a better life
Budget looks to the future with mental health and superannuation measures |
|
|
|
| Thursday, 11 May 2006 03:17 | ||||
|
Budget looks to the future with mental health and superannuation measures Mission Australia says that the Federal Government’s investment in the areas of health and superannuation will have a positive impact on Australians experiencing, and at risk of, mental illness and improve the sustainability of the income support system. “This is a package of measures which looks to the future in several areas of key interest to Mission Australia,” said the organisation’s CEO, Patrick McClure. Among others, Mission Australia is pleased to see the following measures:
Mr McClure said he was optimistic about the future of mental health in Australia after the Budget. “Governments of all levels and political colours have struggled with mental health, with mixed results, over the past two decades. “Mission Australia has been a strong, and long-term, advocate for greater mental health funding, and I think we’re now heading in the right direction. I’m encouraged by what I see in this Budget. “The superannuation changes are also welcome, particularly in so far as they will alleviate some of the burden on the income support system as Australians grow older and retire in the future. “The FTB Part A changes will help struggling low income families, and the measures for carers are also positive. “In regards to mental health, we’d continue to encourage the Commonwealth and State/Territory Governments to build into their five-year plan a specific rural and regional strategy. “Many of the mental health problems faced by people living in rural and regional areas are acute to their situation – the isolation and a lack of support networks – and need particular focus,” Mr McClure said. Media inquiries: Paul Andrews (02) 9219 2080 or 0409 665 495
|
||||
| Federal Parliamentary Press Gallery Mid-winter Ball.Thursday, 19 June 2008Many thanks to the politicians, journalists, businesses and all those who participated in raising $155,000 for Mission Australia at last night’s Federal Parliamentary Press Gallery Mid-winter Ball.The Press Gallery’s Mid-winter Ball – held in the Great Hall in Parliament House, Canberra – is an annual event where political differences are... + Read Full Story |
Tackling truancy - is cutting welfare payments an effective method?Thursday, 28 August 2008The debate surrounding the linking of welfare payments to school attendance has brought out strong views on both sides – not surprising for issues so fundamental to our community’s well-being.Parents have a responsibility for their children’s welfare and education. Kids must go to school and be safe in the home. In the exchange of views one... + Read Full Story | More News Articles | ||