Friendship and solidarity key themes in Pope Francis’ letter
A world that looks beyond a global pandemic with no roadmap can find one in Pope Francis’ new encyclical, which Archbishop Mark Coleridge says “is not just for believers but … Read More
Budget leaves many asking ‘what hope for me?’
Catholic Social Services Australia says while the 2020-21 Commonwealth Budget delivers a financial boost for some, the country’s most vulnerable will again find themselves asking “What hope for me?” “With … Read More
Australian children and families need greater certainty
Catholic Social Services Australia is calling on the Australian Government to ensure the needs of children and vulnerable families are priorities in the economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. CSSA … Read More
JobSeeker decisions a test for Morrison Government
The Morrison Government’s decision on the future of the Jobkeeper and Jobseeker payments must deliver an outcome that adequately supports those who are vulnerable, Catholic Social Services Australia says. Ursula … Read More
Grant applications opened for ongoing bushfire recovery
As published by the ACBC Media Blog and Cath News Catholic Emergency Relief Australia (CERA) has opened an initial grant application round to support those continuing the long process of … Read More
JobKeeper package vital to the Charitable Sector
Catholic Social Services Australia supports the government’s JobKeeper announcement, but says amendments will be necessary to protect thousands of jobs affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. “Charitable organisations that receive funding … Read More
Tailoring innovation and investment to tackle persistent disadvantage
People across Australia are experiencing persistent disadvantage but are being forgotten because of the fallacy of average levels of advantage, a new Catholic Social Services Australia report has revealed. Mapping … Read More
Charity sector must be supported through crisis
As published in CathNews The Federal Government’s move to assist small business and protect jobs during the coronavirus crisis must be broadened to include the charity sector, Catholic Social Services … Read More
Catholic Social Services backs stimulus, but urges prudence
Catholic Social Services Australia says governments and other key institutions have a duty to respond to the coronavirus challenge with a focus on pursuing the common good. “At a time … Read More
CatholicCare Wollongong – 40th Anniversary
A special thanks to the Illawarra Mercury for creating a wonderful tribute to CatholicCare Wollongong, marking their 40th Anniversary. The article honours the special people who built the foundations of this organisation, … Read More