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Raise the Rate Survey 2024: Australian income support payments still failing to prevent poverty

The Australian Council of Social Service recently released their 2024 Raise the Rate Survey, revealing the majority of Australians on Jobseeker, Youth Allowance and related income support are barely able to keep up with basic financial demands. With many having to cut back on electricity use, and some having to choose between healthcare and the …

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New report highlights growing rental stress for low-income Australians nationwide

A new report has found Australians on the lowest incomes are being priced out of rental markets across the country, despite recent increases to Centrelink and Rent Assistance payments.  Released by advocacy group Everybody’s Home, the Priced Out 2024 report reveals those on JobSeeker, pensions, and minimum wage are facing severe rental stress in every …

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