When the winter school holidays roll around, it can be tricky to keep the kids busy without blowing the budget. Happily, Victoria is full of free, family-friendly activities that are perfect for colder days - you just need to know where to look. Here's a guide to...
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Important notice: alleged abuse in Melbourne childcare centres
Warning: This story contains details of alleged child sex abuse that may distress some readers. It's often said that when you become a mother, you become a mother to all the world's children. It's a sentiment that describes the shared grief and heartbreak we...
Social security investigation expanded
You might remember that back in February we shared the news that the Ombudsman had announced it would investigate the Targeted Compliance Framework. The announcement came on the heels of the revelation that every three months, one in three working age...
Some good news on the wages front
This month, single mothers on the minimum wage will get a pay rise, and those doing practical placements as part of their studies will soon start to receive compensation. These changes follow long and committed campaigns by CSMC and other advocacy organisations -...