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Catholic sector calls for Defence land sales to address affordable housing shortage
Catholic Social Services Australia chief executive Jerry Nockles says the Albanese Government’s decision to divest Defence land presents an opportunity to advance safe, accessible and affordable housing for Australians in need.
Inflation a ‘crushing burden’ on vulnerable Australians
Catholic Social Services Australia says that while the latest inflation figures have sparked renewed commentary, it is vital to recognise the immediate and severe impact rising prices have on Australia’s most vulnerable communities.
Catholic sector and Treasury hold talks on housing crisis
Catholic Social Services Australia CEO Jerry Nockles has met with Ben Rimmer, Director-General of the Housing Group in the federal Department of Treasury, to advance critical discussions on addressing Australia’s housing and homelessness crisis.
Jesuit Social Services says tougher laws will not reduce youth crime
The Victorian Government’s plan to introduce “adult time for violent crime” laws is deeply concerning, will not make the community safer and is incompatible with the fundamental rights of children, Jesuit Social Services says.
Parliament House summit brings together Church, providers and government
Catholic Social Services Australia convened its annual Parliamentary Advocacy Summit this week at Parliament House, Canberra, bringing together more than 50 social service sector representatives, faith leaders and parliamentarians to address critical challenges facing Australia.
Canberra summit to focus on homelessness and mental health
Catholic Social Services Australia will convene its 2025 Parliamentary Advocacy Summit on “Advancing the Common Good” next week at Parliament House in Canberra.
Social services network welcomes Ley’s commitment to safety net
Catholic Social Services Australia responded with guarded optimism to Opposition Leader Sussan Ley’s address to the Committee for Economic Development of Australia yesterday, which it said outlined a “principled approach” to fiscal management while maintaining support for vulnerable Australians.
Maronite centre ‘affirms that every life is worthy’
The Teresa Centre, an emerging ministry of MaroniteCare, hosted a luncheon in Sydney last week, celebrating the centre’s mission to support women navigating postnatal challenges, unexpected pregnancies and parenting with compassion and dignity. Source: Maronite Eparchy.
Teresa’s Centre supports women facing unexpected pregnancies, post-abortion grief
A new MaroniteCare initiative in Sydney is providing care and support to women encountering hardships in pregnancy, postnatal care and beyond. Source: The Catholic Weekly.