Veteran Homelessness Crisis Worsens: Urgent Action Needed
A report released by the Productivity Commission yesterday has revealed a 25% increase in persistent homelessness across Australia over the past five years, with nearly 38,000 people now without a stable home for seven months or longer. Among the homeless community, military veterans continue to be disproportionately affected. “Veterans are…
Popular pain relief drugs to face new restrictions.
New rules on paracetamol sales will come into effect this Saturday. Supermarkets, petrol stations and convenience stores will sell smaller packs and buyers will face restrictions on the number of packs per transaction. “Despite its prevalence, paracetamol is not a harmless drug as many people might assume. It can cause…
Australian Dental Association aims to make seniors’ oral health an election issue.
Millions of Australians are waiting to see if the government, opposition and elected parliamentarians have been listening to their constituents by adopting a scheme to address the appalling state of seniors’ oral health. The facts as outlined by the Australian Dental Association (ADA): on average, older Australians over 65 are…
Starlight’s sick kids get to participate in ‘Back to School’ thanks to sponsors.
As we watch our grandkids, friends’ children, and our own young ones head into or back into the new school year, the back-to-school excitement others may experience at this time of year can be foreign to them. New school lunchboxes, shoes, and backpacks take a back seat to daily check-ups…
Witness to War Hotline: Marks One Year of Supporting Australians Impacted by Conflict.
With the holidays upon us, it’s a difficult time for many across our community. It’s not all Christmas Prawns and bubbles to share with friends, chosen family, and loved ones. This time of year can be isolating and difficult for many. One New South Wales-based service that supports all Australians…
Legal Aid in NSW launches FREE diary for seniors.
Seniors in New South Wales looking for tips on planning for retirement, managing cost of living pressures, making a will or avoiding scams can learn all that and more from Legal Aid NSW’s free 2025 Legal Topics for Seniors diary. The diary includes essential information on navigating challenging legal situations…