Lenore Taylor 
The City of Stirling has launched the Safer Suburbs Rebate program. It offers residents up to $500 for eligible security equipment. This initiative aims to fight crime and boost community safety, with $42,000 in total funding. The rebate covers various security devices. These include CCTV systems, security screens, locks, home alarms, and sensor lighting. Residents … Read more
Centrelink’s medical certificate exemption period has grown from 13 weeks to 24 months. This change starts on January 1, 2025. It affects major income support programs in Australia. These programs include JobSeeker, Youth Allowance, and Parenting Payment Single. Special Benefits for Nominated Visa Holders are also affected. This new policy aims to support Australians facing … Read more
The Australian Nursing Federation (ANF) has proposed a 12.5% pay rise for nurses and midwives. This could lead to real wage increases of over 18% for some healthcare workers. It might be the highest average pay hike in Western Australia’s history. ANF State Secretary Romina Raschilla highlighted the offer’s importance. She said it aims to … Read more
Did you know the Australian government spends $22 billion a year on aged care? This shows how vital these services are for our seniors. With more Australians aged 65 and over expected by 2057, it’s key to understand the aged care payment system. Residential aged care is for those who can’t live alone anymore. It … Read more
Scammers are taking advantage of the rising cost of living in Australia. The Services Australia agency has warned about fake websites claiming Centrelink recipients can get a $600 “cash bonus”. This is a scam targeting those in need. Hank Jongen, the Services Australia general manager, said these scam sites are spreading on social media. They … Read more
The government has decided to keep the $2,650 Centrelink benefit for 2024. This payment is tax-free and helps those in need. It’s for seniors over 65 and people on certain Centrelink payments like Age Pension and Disability Support Pension. The Centrelink Benefit for 2024 will be given out in September. Most people will get it … Read more
The government has made a big change that will affect millions of Australians. They’ve cut $3 billion from student debt. This change is about how student loans are indexed, making sure they don’t grow too fast. Now, student loans will grow by the lower of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or Wage Price Index (WPI). … Read more
As the holiday season gets closer, over 70,000 Australian students are getting ready to claim Youth Allowance. This is from Services Australia before Semester 1 starts next year. It’s a government payment that can give up to $455.20 every two weeks to those over 18 living at home. This amount will go up to $472.50 … Read more
The government has announced a one-time cash boost of $600 for eligible Centrelink recipients starting in December 2024 due to rising cost of living, including inflation, housing, and energy. Major Highlights $600 Centrelink Cash Boost Initiative The Australian government is giving a one-time, tax-free $600 Centrelink Cash Boost in December 2024. This move aims to … Read more
Over 1 million Australians will get more money from Centrelink starting January 1, 2024. This change helps keep up with the cost of living. Payments like Youth Allowance, Austudy, and Carer Allowance will go up. The government wants to make sure everyone has enough to live on. They’re making these changes to help those who … Read more