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Yes, these may be ‘once-in-a-generation’ reforms. But for those ‘languishing’ in the system without the help they need, there’s much more still to be done.
Research shows a possible return to society of $1.24 for every dollar invested in increasing the JobSeeker rate.
Four years on, the children of families given $26,000 seem to be healthier, better educated and better adjusted. Their parents feel better off as well.
Domestic violence is not just a critical social and health issue, but a major economic challenge for victim survivors and the nation.
Unrealistic criteria and poor communication are causing people who need it most to lose an important income support.
Food insecurity is a problem of income inadequacy. The 2023 federal budget’s “grocery rebate” has the right idea, but falls short.
Canada’s current income assistance programs are not doing enough to support Canadians. If the goal of temporary assistance is to help those in need, these programs must have better, broader coverage.
Supports that were crucial in helping Canadians with disabilities stay afloat during COVID-19 are no longer available, causing concern from many about their economic future.
Rising food prices are not an easy fix and we shouldn’t be pretending otherwise.
The plan to increase all income support payments to a minimum of $88 a day is the first major economic proposal of the federal election campaign.
With Australia now in the worst stage of the COVID-19 pandemic, there could hardly be a worse time for Australian government to cut and restrict its Pandemic Leave Disaster Payment.
Study shows that agriculture, one of the most important sectors, did not decline in 2020 compared to its historical trend. Service sectors were hit hard in each of the five countries.
The business support package to save the NSW economy gets it right on most counts.
JobKeeper and the Coronavirus Supplement ended earlier this year. But the last few months in have shown the COVID crisis is far from over in Australia.
With unemployment soaring due to COVID-19, why is Jacinda Ardern’s centre-left government significantly less generous towards beneficiaries than Scott Morrison’s centre-right government in Australia?
Human capital is a key contributor to a country’s economy. Here’s how families and the state can nurture this asset.
Treasurer Joe Hockey has bought down a budget that hits middle Australia with swingeing cuts and price hikes, while lauding smaller government and pushing increased responsibilities onto the states. Middle…
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