CSMC's ground-breaking report, ‘To Be Seen and Heard: Report on young people raised in single mother households’, captured the voices of young people growing up in single mother families, importantly, telling us what they need to feel supported and assist them to...
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New financial year rules, payments & increases impacting single mothers
As the new financial year kicks off, a wave of fresh policies and regulations is set to roll out, bringing changes to everything from road rules to wages and superannuation. Here’s a breakdown of what single mums can expect from July 1 2025. Road Rule Reforms A suite...
FREE winter school holiday fun!
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...
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...




