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Dec 10, 2024 | 
thirdsector.com.au | Daniel Milton |Pearl Dy
Australian businesses give back to the community in record numbers, with the top 50 corporate givers donating $1.5 billion in 2024. This marks a significant 14% increase from 2023, highlighting a growing commitment to social responsibility amidst rising living costs for Australians. The 2024 GivingLarge report, conducted by Strive Philanthropy, reveals a positive trend in corporate giving.
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Dec 10, 2024 | 
thirdsector.com.au | Daniel Milton |Pearl Dy
The future of Australian healthcare: Explore innovative care, digital health, and workforce solutions in the latest Australian Health Review. The final edition of the Australian Health Review for 2024 delves into the critical issues shaping the future of Australia’s healthcare system. The journal explores the integration of innovative care models, the role of digital technologies, and strategies for workforce sustainability.
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Dec 10, 2024 | 
thirdsector.com.au | Daniel Milton |Pearl Dy |Gali Blacher
The Australian government scraps the $2 minimum tax deduction threshold to boost philanthropy for Australian communities. This move, recommended by the Productivity Commission, is expected to unlock a wave of increased charitable giving across the nation. Encouraging small donationsThe $2 threshold, a relic from the 1960s, has long been seen as a barrier to small-scale giving. By removing this hurdle, the government aims to encourage more Australians to donate, even in small amounts.
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Dec 8, 2024 | 
thirdsector.com.au | Daniel Milton |Menchie Khairuddin |Pearl Dy
New research highlights the benefits of tailored job support programs in helping Australians find lasting employment and improve their lives. New research shines a light on the effectiveness of tailored job support programs in helping Australians facing significant barriers find lasting employment.
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Dec 3, 2024 | 
thirdsector.com.au | Daniel Milton |Pearl Dy
The Assistive Technology Rental and Refurbishment Pilot pilot aims to boost access to affordable assistive technology. The new initiative is set to revolutionise access to affordable assistive technology (AT) for people with disabilities. Launched by the Australian government, the pilot aims to reduce waste, accelerate accessibility, and save millions of dollars in government funding.
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Dec 3, 2024 | 
thirdsector.com.au | Daniel Milton |Pearl Dy
The Albanese Government provides relief to millions of Australians by wiping billions of dollars of student debt. A landmark moment in Australian education has arrived. Federal Education Minister Jason Clare has unveiled significant reforms to the Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) and vocational education and training (VET). These changes aim to alleviate the financial burden on students, making education more accessible and affordable for all.
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Dec 1, 2024 | 
thirdsector.com.au | Daniel Milton |Pearl Dy
A significant investment in social housing energy efficiency has been announced, with the Federal Government and the Greens agreeing to allocate an additional $500 million to the Social Housing Energy Performance Initiative (SHEPI). This funding will be used to retrofit another 50,000 public and community homes with energy-efficient, electric, and solar upgrades. Dr Cassandra Goldie, CEO of ACOSS (Australian Council of Social Service), praised the government and the Greens for this important step.
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Nov 18, 2024 | 
thirdsector.com.au | Adrianne Saplagio |Lourdes Antenor |Pearl Dy
Government News Latest News Equality This initiative aims to create a more inclusive arts sector. Equity is a four-year plan to drive change in the arts. It’s an initiative under Australia’s Cultural Policy, Revive, and an Associated Plan under Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021-2031. Equity has been developed in consultation with artists and arts workers with disability.
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Nov 14, 2024 | 
thirdsector.com.au | Adrianne Saplagio |Pearl Dy
300,000 public school students have been offered the Primary School Mobile Dental Program since it began in 2019 with three local health districts added to the program in 2023. “It is fantastic to see that the dental van has made 1,000 visits to public schools across NSW, offering free check-ups to many public school students,” says Deputy Premier and Minister for Education and Early Learning Prue Car.
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Nov 14, 2024 | 
thirdsector.com.au | Pearl Dy |Menchie Khairuddin
Volunteers like Lorraine Simpson and Lucy Cannon have become essential to the Centre’s vibrant community. This global day of recognition highlights the impact volunteers have on communities, especially those who dedicate their time to support older Australians. Lorraine, 85, who began volunteering at Balwyn Evergreen in 1999, brings warmth and enthusiasm to the Centre.
