For Sandra*, it all started with a conversation at her local preschool. She was chatting with her local Member of Parliament about the lack of services for single mothers when he suggested she contact Council of Single Mothers and their Children. "I'd never heard of...
Centrelink
So you’ve been told you’ve got a Centrelink Debt…
It's that time of year when Centrelink balances its books, and for many single mums that dreaded notification that there's a message waiting for you in your MyGov account. For some, that message will be a notification that you have accumulated a Centrelink debt that...
New financial year changes: What single mums need to know
A new financial year means a range of changes that could make a real difference to your household budget. From higher wages and tax cuts to more paid parental leave and increased family payments, several new government measures have now come into effect. Here's the...
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...




